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Potty Peril
People that know me well will tell you that I’m not a scaredy cat by nature. That I laugh in the face of danger! Okay, so maybe I don’t laugh at it, but I will snicker at it occasionally.
Pregnant as a Surrogate: An Unexpected Twist
Seven weeks into my first pregnancy as a Surrogate (and 5th total), it was time for the first OB appointment. Having four children myself, this was a pretty standard first meeting appointment, I knew. However, I was going to a brand new doctor that I let the Intended Parents pick out and had to get used to their office, staff, and ways of doing things.
The Top Stretch Mark Creams
Stretch mark creams are designed to prevent or reduce the appearance of stretch marks or striae. Stretch marks are tears in the dermis, or middle layer of the skin, according to the Mayo Clinic. They initially appear as rough, red or purple lines and eventually fade to silvery white. Any rapid weight gain, including pregnancy, may cause stretch marks, particularly on the belly, breasts, thighs and hips.
Parenting Strategies for ADHD Children
Many children appear to have a boundless amount of energy. For some, this rambunctiousness is just normal precocious childhood behavior. For others, it is a result of the behavioral disorder ADHD. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) makes it more difficult for the sufferer to focus on complex tasks or to remain still and engage in sedate activity. If your child has diagnosed ADHD, your hands are not tied. There are many simple things that moms and dads can do to help children work past the disability to be successful, both at home and at school.
Gaiam Yoga for Weight Loss
There are a number of Gaiam yoga products designed specifically with dieters in mind. These include DVDs and yoga accessories, including weights and a yoga bolster. Gaiam is especially well respected as a source for yoga DVDs, and the weight loss series is no exception. According to Prevention magazine, yoga lowers stress levels and effectively targets fat, especially after age 40.