In June 2021, Schwarz Flach ran in the US Olympic Team Trials while 18 weeks pregnant. She ranked 15 out of 18.Heptathlon competitors have great range and grit—and yet none of Flach’s training prepared her for her tumultuous first pregnancy. At press time, she is six months pregnant and still dealing with morning sickness as she counts down to her November 24 due date. Flach is also a running coach who trains clients at a chiropractor’s office, and she has had to cut back on her hours (and workouts) to accommodate her illness....

The prognosis for children is good, which often comes as a relief for worried parents. Here’s what you need to know about the syndrome, including symptoms, diagnosis, and how to treat it. Sandifer Syndrome Sandifer syndrome is a rare disease experienced predominantly by children. This syndrome is often considered a complication of gastroesophageal reflux, and sometimes hiatal hernia. However, its symptoms usually appear as neurological, with torticollis (abnormal position of the head and neck), arching of the spine, and dystonic movements (involuntary muscle movements) its most prominent features....

The passages usually express someone’s point of view in a discussion or explanation of something. Unlike the kind of fiction reading you do in English class, the passages require little or no “interpretation.” Instead, your main job is simply to follow the author’s argument or explanation or whatever, and answer questions on the content or implications of the passage. Here are the instructions to the reading passages: Each passage below is followed by questions about its content....

There are many ways to tell a child no, but not all of them are effective. If you say no to your child, it’s important to show that you mean it. Give a Definitive Answer Hearing things like, “Well, we’ll see…” or “Probably not,” can be frustrating for children. And they’ll often beg, whine, and plead to turn a wishy-washy no into a yes. When you mean no, make your answer definitive....

Pen and paper Here’s a game where your child knows all the answers. But does he or she know the questions? Think of a mathematical formula that reflects the type of problems your child is studying in school (for a younger child, you might choose a simple addition or subtraction problem; older kids might be challenged by using other arithmetic computations). Give your child the answer (say, “5”), then see whether he or she knows how you arrived at it....

Here’s a list of simple classroom accommodations you and your child’s teacher can work together to put in place. Time Extensions. This accommodation is pretty self-explanatory. Kids get up to time-and-a-half on tests, and in some cases, they get unlimited time. This is great for kids who need more time to process information, have a slower reading rate, or who need time to go back over and edit their writing....

Consider Your Toddler’s Behavior Another important consideration is your toddler’s behavior. If your child is able to sit still and quiet for longer periods of time, then they’re less likely to cause a disturbance at a funeral. If they are very active or difficult to distract when bored, however, you’ll probably want to book a sitter. It may be the case, though, that other children will be in attendance, or that it’s expected (culturally or otherwise) that children participate in ceremonies surrounding life and death....

If this is the case, there are things your doctor can do to either confirm or rule out your suspicions. One of the more common complications in early pregnancy is a condition known as threatened miscarriage, or threatened abortion. What Is a Threatened Miscarriage? “Threatened miscarriage” is a term used to describe abnormal bleeding and abdominal pain that occurs while the pregnancy still continues. While vaginal bleeding is common during early pregnancy, anything other than spotting during the first trimester may be considered a threatened miscarriage....

Stocking your home with art supplies so that she can create her own paintings, drawings, sculptures, and models. Allowing her to decide how she would like to arrange her bedroom furniture (ask older children to sketch the new arrangement first). Asking your child to use a map to determine the quickest route to a new shopping center or amusement park. Encouraging her to pursue hobbies such as photography, videography, and chess....

Since the Florence County S.D. decision, people working in special education litigation have wrestled with the meaning of the requirement that the program chosen by the parents be “appropriate.” Assuming that the school system has failed to provide an adequate educational program, what standards should be applied to a parent’s unilateral choice of placement? Does the program need to be a full-blown “special education” program with its staff fully certified as special education teachers?...

Phonological awareness refers to the recognition that words are comprised of sound units, or phonemes, and can be broken down into syllables. Categories of Phonological Awareness Skills While the specific skills and their names differ in the literature, phonological awareness skills generally fall within a set group of categories. Learn more about them with this roundup. Words and Rhyming Word Segmentation: This is the ability to recognize the distinct words in a sentence....

This article explains the signs you might notice as your baby starts approaching the walking milestone, how you can encourage them, and symptoms of delay that may warrant a conversation with a pediatric healthcare provider. What to Look For While plenty of babies take their first steps by 12 months or before, it’s also perfectly normal for a child to not be walking at their first birthday or even several months after....

You all have the excitement of creating a new life together. You can look for a home with the correct physical requirements for your larger family. Disadvantages of Simply Combining Moving somewhere new isn’t always possible, or perhaps one person has a dream house with enough room for everybody. It seems so easy that all the new step has to do is pack the bags and come on over. Watch out!...

Before they were out of cribs, Rita’s daughters Penny and Polly could be counted among the large contingency of children being raised by single moms. By the time they were seven and eight, their father, a playful and present participant in their lives, remarried, severing all but a minute amount of contact with his daughters. Despite his absence and the emotional toll that might have overwhelmed other impressionable little girls, Polly and Penny managed to get through school as top students, participate in all kinds of extracurricular activities, and develop friendships with boys and girls....

For Ages: 4 to 7 The Scene You and your five-year-old son are grabbing a quick bite for dinner at the local eatery. Suddenly, he asks – in a clear, loud voice – “How did I get inside you, Mommy? Did you swallow a seed?” You start choking on your tuna sandwich. We can’t plan when and where children choose to ask difficult questions. Most parents will attest to the fact that they usually ask when we’re incredibly busy, distracted, or tired....

Should Teens Take Birth Control? As a parent, you might feel uncomfortable with the idea of your teenager using birth control. If this topic puts you into a state of anxiety and you’d rather just avoid it, then you’re not alone. Despite your discomfort, your teen may still be at a risk for an unwanted pregnancy or STIs. The CDC reports that about half of US teens will have sex before they turn 18 years old....