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Educating Yourself (Yet Again)

I attended a recent conference one week and then the next week I walked into a classroom for yet another class. I was reminded of why I feel educating myself is so important. Once my child began services for developmental delays, and ultimately autism, it didn’t occur to me at the time that my autism education was going to be ongoing. Early on, I simply didn’t realize that my education was never going to stop.

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Weight Gain Diet for Women

While being overweight can increase your risk of developing health problems, many women don’t realize that being significantly underweight can disrupt your menstrual cycle, put you at risk for osteoporosis and may indicate that you aren’t getting enough of the vitamins and minerals your body needs to ward off disease. The key to reaching a healthy weight is to maintain a weight gain diet that focuses on slow and steady caloric increases through nutritious, calorie-dense foods.

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Baby’s Weight Gain During Pregnancy

According to the 2003 edition of “Journal of Midwifery & Women’s Health,” most women need to gain 25 to 35 lbs. during pregnancy. They are, after all, eating for two during the time of pregnancy. Women who are thin may need to gain more weight, and women who are overweight may need to gain less. The weight gain for pregnant moms enables the pre-birth baby to get needed nutrients, and as the pregnancy proceeds, the pre-born baby’s weight grows.

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10 Summer Activities to Supercharge Your College Application Before Sophomore Year!

Congratulations on finishing your freshman year! As you move into your sophomore year of high school, here are 10 important steps you can take during the summer to enhance your college application: 1. Assess Your Interests and Goals: Start by reflecting on your academic interests and career aspirations. Identify areas you are passionate about and…