Ultrasounds aren't a necessary part of ordinary prenatal care but may be desired by the expectant parents or even deemed medically necessary in the event of potential pregnancy complications, notes the American Pregnancy Association. This type of scan, also known as a sonogram, can be used throughout pregnancy to detect potentially dangerous conditions such as tubal pregnancy … [Read more...] about What Are the Dangers of Ultrasounds & Pregnancy?
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Dangers of Drop Side Cribs
Are Parents Ignoring the Dangers of Drop Side Cribs? Search Data Says Yes. I learned recently that many parents are ignoring some of the most important sleep safety practices. In the United States, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death, but since the since the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) decided in 1992 that all babies should be put to … [Read more...] about Dangers of Drop Side Cribs
220,000 Kids Travel Tents Recalled for Suffocation Dangers
KidCo Inc. has recalled moret han 220,000 PeaPod and PeaPod Plus Travel Beds because of suffocation and entrapment risks, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Why the product is being recalled: Infants and young children can roll off the edge of the inflatable air mattress, become entrapped between the mattress and the fabric sides of the tent, … [Read more...] about 220,000 Kids Travel Tents Recalled for Suffocation Dangers
The Dangers of Excess
“As you breathe, pray for the edge that is you to be as thin as possible and only as thick as necessary.” - Mark Nepo The Book of Awakening Too many to-dos, too many items in your home that require maintenance and upkeep, too many clothes in your closet and dresser you never wear. Excess is like clouds blocking us from the sun. In our garage, we still have lots of … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Excess
The Dangers of Sexting
Sexting is the latest craze among teens. Sexting is a loose term that constitutes any photo, text message, or video that is sent from one cell phone to another. Though the craze dates back all the way to 2005 when it really scratched the surface, it has only gotten more popular. With the technological revolution that defines this generation, sexting is far more common than not. … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Sexting