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Toddler Seizures
A seizure is a scary experience for parents, especially if your child has no history of medical problems. Short seizures typically don’t cause long-term damage, but longer seizures can be more dangerous. A basic understanding of seizures helps you identify and respond to the medical condition, but your child’s physician can give you more specialized advice and care, based on your child’s specific medical history.
Play by the rules or you’re out!
In light of some of the problems that some college football teams have had with a few players, I have come to the conclusion that what they need is a team mom. After all, all six of my kids are playing sports this year and these young kids seem to have a basic understanding of what it means to be a part of the team and what is expected of them as well as the consequences for breaking the rules and being a poor sport. They are much younger than these college players but already it clicks that there are consequences for your behavior.
Cramping & Bleeding in Pregnancy
According to the March of Dimes, short-term cramping can be a normal part of pregnancy, but severe pain–with or without bleeding–is not. Having a basic understanding of what is normal with cramping and bleeding in pregnancy can help you stay calm when you experience twinges. It can also help you to know when to get immediate help.
Thyroid Problems in a Pregnancy
A basic understanding of the thyroid function and test results is needed to understand thyroid problems during a pregnancy. The thyroid makes hormones referred to as T4 and T3; both are vital to the healthy functioning of the mom’s body and the growing baby. Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), produced by the pituitary gland, tells the thyroid just how much T4 and T3 to produce. Blood tests measure TSH, T4 and T3 levels, although typically only the close monitoring of TSH and T4 is necessary. Although the effects of thyroid problems left untreated in pregnancy can be severe, it is important to know that–with close monitoring and treatment–most women with thyroid problems in pregnancy have healthy babies, according to the March of Dimes.
Bringing Sexy Back into Your Bedroom
Maintaining a prosperous relationship and a love life isnt always an easy task. Starting a family showers new parents with bliss and great expectations, but it can easily take a toll on both physical and emotional energy.