CRIBS: Make sure cribs meet current national safety standards and are in good condition. Look for a certification safety seal. Older cribs may not meet current standards. Crib slats should be no more than 2 3/8" apart, and mattresses should fit snugly.This can prevent strangulation and suffocation associated with older cribs and mattresses that are too small.SOFT BEDDING: Be sure that no pillows, soft bedding, or comforters are used when you put babies to sleep....

The Founding of Let’s Move! “The physical and emotional health of an entire generation and the economic health and security of our nation is at stake. This isn’t the kind of problem that can be solved overnight, but with everyone working together, it can be solved. So, let’s move.” –Let’s Move launch announcement, 2/9/2010 The Value of Exercise “How many people here, how many kids are runners? I love that. It is so important for you guys to get exercise on a regular basis....

Child Support Recovery in State Court Parents seeking to recover child support payments in state court should prepare the following prior to a court appearance: Evidence that the custodial parent attempted to collect child supportEvidence that the child support obligor has not paid child support for an extended period of timeIf the parents were not married and the child support obligor is the child’s father, the child’s mother should present evidence that the father was aware of the paternity of the child....

There are bazillions of books in your library! How can you find what’s best for your kids? No matter if your kids are two or twelve, if you choose the right books, you can make reading an incredibly rewarding experience for them. These guidelines will help you select books depending on the age of your child. Print them out and take them with you on your next trip to the library or bookstore: Babies and Toddlers to Great Reads for Kids

11-13 year olds often think they’re too old for kid toys and not yet interested in items geared toward teens like expensive electronics or equipment. However, pre-teen boys are also open to discovering brand-new gadgets, making it a blast to shop for this age. If you’re searching for gift ideas for a 10-year-old, 11-year-old, or 12-year-old, we’ve got you covered. From video games to STEM toys and everything in between, we’ve compiled a list of the best 25 Christmas gifts for tween boys in 2022....

Understanding Genes and Chromosomes Your body is made up of cells. In the middle of each cell is a nucleus, and inside of the nucleus are chromosomes. Chromosomes are important because they contain genes that determine your physical characteristics, your blood type, and even how susceptible you will be to certain illnesses. Each cell in the body typically contains 23 pairs of chromosomes—46 chromosomes in total—each of which contains roughly 20,000 to 25,000 genes....

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In December 2022, the FDA extended the authorization for these boosters to kids between 6 months and 4 years old. If your child completed the Moderna primary series (two shots) at least two months ago, they can get a Moderna bivalent booster. If they are still in the process of getting their three Pfizer primary series shots, the third one will be a bivalent booster. If they have completed the three-shot Pfizer series, they do not need a booster yet....

MYTH: I must not have sufficient (or rich enough) milk. He wants to eat every couple of hours. FACT: Breastfed babies feed at closer intervals than bottle-fed babies because breast milk is digested faster. This design probably was nature’s way to assure that babies would get their mothers’ attention every couple of hours around the clock. Breastfed newborns typically nurse every two to three hours from the beginning of one feeding to the beginning of the next....

Here’s another activity that demonstrates how chemicals change when they’re combined. Materials 1/4 cup vinegar 10-20 copper pennies Glass jar Iron nail Pinch of salt Scouring powder Directions

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A recent study published in the Journal of Dairy Science indicates that childhood milk consumption has been decreasing for decades. This is concerning, according to some health experts, given that milk provides an array of health benefits for kids’ growing bodies. “Adequate consumption of milk and dairy products, especially during childhood, has beneficial health outcomes for growth, development, and reduced risk of osteoporosis, hypertension, obesity, and cancer during adulthood,” the authors wrote in the study....

The “little and often” principle, coupled with healthy snacks is equally good advice for the late phase of pregnancy. If someone else in your household has gastroenteritis, avoid infection by using separate soap, towels, cutlery, and dishes. If you have more than one toilet, get the infected person to use one separate from the rest of the household. Wipe toilets, sinks, and faucets with a mild bleach solution after each use....

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If you are wise and lucky enough to have achieved a friendship that rated 10 checks in the left-hand column, you have something very special to celebrate and savor. If, on the other hand, your checkmarks are lined up unanimously in the right-hand column, you have not yet found the prize package at the bottom of your Cracker Jack box.

Researchers have wondered about the purpose of the female orgasm in humans for quite some time. Some theorize it’s just for fun, while others say it definitely helps with conception. If female orgasms can help you conceive, how might it work? Should you aim for an orgasm during babymaking sex? Theories About Female Orgasms There are three main hypotheses on how female orgasm may help with getting pregnant. Poleaxe Theory Proposed by zoologist Desmond Morris in 1967, the poleaxe hypothesis states that the purpose of female orgasms is to tire women out, causing them to lie down after sex....

An ultrasound is a highly accurate means of dating a pregnancy. In a normal pregnancy, ultrasound can provide an estimate of the gestational age to within five to seven days of accuracy. If a patient is having miscarriage symptoms, a doctor may order one or more ultrasounds to determine whether the pregnancy is viable. How Early Pregnancy Ultrasound Works In the first trimester, doctors usually use a transvaginal rather than abdominal ultrasound....