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An Older Teenager with Autism and a New Dog
An Older Teenager with Autism and a New Dog The last time our family got a puppy, our son was eight years old. After a few months, the dog, a German Shepard, got to be very strong. She was difficult to walk on the leash. She had training, but didn’t “take to it” very well.…
Returning From an Injury for a Teenager with Autism
My son broke his foot at the end of January. It was a hard time for him. He’s a kid who loves movement. He takes breaks to help regulate his body. Usually, he does this on his Razor scooter. What happened in school? He had to use crutches for two weeks, and after two weeks…
How to Use Ankle Weights During Pregnancy
Many women exercise throughout their pregnancy. If you are used to working out three or four days a week, you don’t have to stop just because you are expecting a child. Exercise provides an avenue for stress release, helps you stay fit and allows you to maintain the routine you followed before you got pregnant. Using ankle weights during pregnancy can give you a better workout as long as you stay attuned to your body and don’t overdo it.
How Much Should You Be Curling According to Body Weight?
If you are lifting weights that are too light, you might not be giving your muscles enough of a workout. However, choosing weights that are too heavy won't just mean you can't curl them, it can be potentially dangerous! One great source of information is a chart located at strengthlevel.com. However, it is not just…
Vertigo With Pregnancy
When you first found out you were pregnant, you experienced a whirlwind of emotion, announcements and excitement, so you may have pushed the occasional dizzy spell out of your mind. Repeated vertigo issues, however, can cause alarm. Vertigo during pregnancy is not uncommon and is usually harmless, but in some instances, it can require medical attention.