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Baby Brain Development in the Womb

Your baby’s brain starts developing almost at the moment of conception, according to the Long Island Spectrum Center website. By the time you are three weeks pregnant, the developing embryo has formed a neural groove, which is the foundation for the brain structure. By the time your baby is born, her brain will have over 100 billion neurons.

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How to Help an Autistic Child Sleep

Children with autism are more likely to suffer from sleep disorders than neurotypical children. According to WebMD, 40 to 80 percent of children with autism have difficulty falling asleep, poor sleep quality or early waking times. Poor sleep can lead to increased behavioral difficulties, poor learning performance, irritability, depression and aggression. Helping your child sleep well can allow him to reach his full potential and help you to get the rest you critically need to parent him.

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Relaxation Techniques to Help Get Pregnant

Many women who struggle to become pregnant understandably become stressed about their predicament. While this response is natural, some contend that this continued internal struggle could actually leave these women babyless longer. If you are attempting to conceive and find yourself feeling anxious about the situation, consider giving some relaxation techniques a try. These techniques may not only put you at ease but may help you become pregnant.