Growing up, I spent a lot of time at my grandparents’ house. They lived about 10 minutes away and their place was my second home. I went there after school as a kid, and in high school, nearly every night to call my friends who lived in their phone prefix. In those days, long-distance was real AF and we didn’t have Facebook or … Read More about How will the pandemic change you?
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How Long Can You Refrigerate Fresh Lemon Juice?
How Long Can You Refrigerate Fresh Lemon Juice? The sharp, bright, acidic flavor of freshly squeezed lemon juice is ideal for … Read More about How Long Can You Refrigerate Fresh Lemon Juice?
Substitution for Oil in Baking Brownies
There's never anything better than sitting down and munching on a delicious, homemade brownie. Scrumptious and enjoyable, these … Read More about Substitution for Oil in Baking Brownies
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Survival Mode: Keeping Kids Busy During Social Distancing
These are trying times for parents. Being stuck home with small children can be isolating. Without playdates, the days can drag on and on. Parents of teens are also struggling. Teens do NOT like being told they can’t hang out with their friends, and they’re using choice words to tell parents how they feel about the situation. With six kids between the ages of 10 and 20, … [Read More...] about Survival Mode: Keeping Kids Busy During Social Distancing
Basal Temperature As Sign of Pregnancy
Charting your basal body temperature gives you valuable insight and information about your menstrual cycle. Simply taking your temperature every morning tells you when you have ovulated. It shows where you may have fertility problems and can even tell you that you are pregnant. However, using your basal temperature as a sign of pregnancy is easier if you have been charting … [Read More...] about Basal Temperature As Sign of Pregnancy
Cures & Remedies for Head Lice
If just the thought of head lice makes your head itch, think about what it is doing to your child who has them. Lice are a common problem shared by school-age children across the United States. Most parents receive the dreaded letter from the school at least one time during their child's school career. The letter usually states that lice are going around the school and … [Read More...] about Cures & Remedies for Head Lice
Night Sweats During Pregnancy
Most new mothers know that they will not get much sleep due to the needs of a newborn, but sleep problems can start even before the baby is born. A pregnant woman may have a hard time getting comfortable at night. Expectant mothers may need to get up to use the bathroom several times in one evening. Unfortunately, many expectant mothers also suffer from night sweats during … [Read More...] about Night Sweats During Pregnancy
Toddler Hair Growth
Toddler Hair Growth We all know that a bald head is just about the cutest thing on a newborn, but as our babies age mothers can start to feel frustrated about how slowly a babies hair can sometimes grow. While the biggest factor in how thick or long your little one's hair will be at birth and into toddlerhood is genetics, there are some ways that you can promote healthy … [Read More...] about Toddler Hair Growth
Does Pregnancy Cause Flu-Like Symptoms?
Does pregnancy cause flu-like symptoms? Yes, several pregnancy symptoms do indeed mimic flu symptoms. Especially early in the first trimester. In fact, your first signs of pregnancy may be feelings of the never-ending flu. Flu symptoms should not last more than a couple of weeks. If you have these symptoms and there is a chance you could be pregnant, consider taking a … [Read More...] about Does Pregnancy Cause Flu-Like Symptoms?
Can I Get Pregnant While Not Ovulating?
All the baby books tell you to have sex when you're ovulating. That's the basis of conception. One sperm fertilizing one egg means you're parents. Following that logic, it makes sense that if you're not ovulating, you won't get pregnant. That logic, however, fails to take into account the longevity of sperm and the sometimes fickle nature of a woman's reproductive cycle. … [Read More...] about Can I Get Pregnant While Not Ovulating?
Alcohol Addiction During Pregnancy
If you are addicted to alcohol and are pregnant, you must take serious measures to stop drinking. When you drink, so does your baby. No amount of alcohol is safe for your baby and can lead to serious complications. If you have been trying to stop drinking, your pregnancy can serve as the extra motivation you need. Effects of Alcohol Addiction During Pregnancy Not only … [Read More...] about Alcohol Addiction During Pregnancy
Strep Throat Symptoms in Babies
Children who are past the toddler stage may be perfectly able to voice their concerns about the feeling in their throat. They can also respond to questions as you probe a child's symptoms. In this way, it can be easier to arrive at the suspicion of a strep throat infection in older children. But for a baby, who is unable to articulate feelings of soreness, parents and … [Read More...] about Strep Throat Symptoms in Babies
What Causes Baby Hiccups?
Babies, like adults, get the hiccups. In fact, babies hiccup before they are even born. What causes baby hiccups? The causes of hiccups in infants and babies vary. While it may be frustrating to watch your baby go through a bout of hiccups -- especially when she is trying to sleep -- most of the causes are not serious. Some, however, can be uncomfortable or even … [Read More...] about What Causes Baby Hiccups?