When cervical mucus problems stand in the way of getting pregnant, it’s medically referred to as hostile cervical mucus. Hostile cervical mucus can refer to severe vaginal dryness, vaginal secretions that are too acidic, or immunological problems.Learn more about what it means to have no or low levels of cervical mucus, what causes it, how it impacts fertility, and what you can do about it. Role of Cervical Mucus in Pregnancy Mild problems with cervical mucus may increase the time it takes to get pregnant, but won’t necessarily cause infertility....

It is also the name given to a star that beams with sudden and increasing brightness after exploding with a burst of energy, making it a name fitting any child destined to make their mark on the world. How Popular Is the Name Nova? The name Nova first started being used in the 19th century. It had a slow rise in popularity, remaining in the bottom quarter of the top 1,000 baby names in the United States up through the late 1930s....

Kids today are now using computers for two key investment activities: Making trades. The process is quick and direct, and the commissions for online trading are less than those charged for making conventional trades. For example, Charles Schwab charges less for its online trades than it does for its conventional discount brokerage trades. Some online firms, such as Ameritrade, charge a flat, modest fee no matter how many shares are purchased or at what price....

That may seem like a lot, but it’s just 10 more badges than a Life Scout already has, and chances are, your son has already completed many of the badges on the required list. Your child’s list of badges must include these 13 very specific topics. Required Badges Below are the required merit badges Eagle Scouts must earn: First Aid One of the first merit badges to be offered by the Boy Scouts of America, the first aid badge requires demonstrating the ability to help when someone is ill or injured until professional help arrives....

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During the holiday rush sometimes you just need to occupy your children long enough to check off the last of your to-do list. This craft involves very little prep, and chances are you have most of the materials already around the house. It is simple enough that even young children can participate independently. Plus, it’s an excellent use of wrapping paper or tissue paper scraps from all of your holiday present wrapping....

5 to 10 minutes Materials Box filled with as many kinds of paper as you can find, such as magazine pages, wax paper, telephone books, tissue paper, junk mail, catalogues, wrapping paper Directions This activity will delight and excite your toddler and is well worth the mess. Open the box filled with papers and set it down, taking your cues from your toddler as you play together with it. Extensions...

This defiance may come out as a shout or a whisper, even just a forceful head shake. Nonetheless, it can be frustrating to parents. It may even leave you a little confused and annoyed. Parenting an oppositional child—or at least one who is in a stubborn phase—can be tricky, but it can be done. Why Kids Say “No” The biggest reason why preschoolers say “no” is because they can. This is especially true for children who are 3 and younger....

Attachment parenting. This style is mostly associated with babies and toddlers, but it can carry on well into older childhood — and it’s not for the faint of heart. Demand feeding, baby wearing, and co-sleeping are the early hallmarks of this style. According to Attachment Parenting International, the goal of this style is to nurture a “secure attachment and support a mindset of nonviolent communication and positive discipline.” Some children co-sleep with their parents into the elementary school years, and parents are constantly accessible....

Maybe instead of a turkey, a family comes together to make their annual Thanksgiving lasagna. Or a friendly game of flag football is scheduled before everyone settles around the table. There are so many different ways to celebrate, so we asked families from across the country about their favorite traditions. And, now, we’re sharing them with you. Get inspired, and enjoy your time with family! Erika Harston How Does Your Family Celebrate Thanksgiving?...

Foster your child’s creativity with this arts and crafts activity. Directions To make little people or puppets out of the plastic spoons, first glue on the cotton balls for hair and/or a beard. Twist pipe cleaners around neck of spoon to form arms. Use felt pens to draw on facial features. Finally, create clothing from the paper, attaching with yarn or string. Collaborate with your child to produce a story or play with the spoon people as characters....

Gift-wrap or fabric in 4-6 different patterns and colors Scissors Posterboard, file folder, or large piece of cardboard Glue Clear contact paper Utility knife Small index cards or pieces of cardboard, posterboard, or heavy paper Directions

These days, there are so many resources out there to help moms who are struggling with a postpartum mood disorder—from therapists, psychiatrists, medications, and support groups. So you are well on your way toward feeling better and more like yourself again. So here are some tried-and-true, mother-to-mother tips for coping as you navigate your journey through postpartum depression. These tips may also come in handy for anyone who is supporting or caring for you along your journey....

With the wave of decriminalization, researchers at Washington University in St Louis, Missouri wanted to understand the long-term effects of cannabis exposure on fetuses in utero. Back in 2020, the researchers decided to look at mental health indicators for thousands of 9 and 10-year-old kids who had varying degrees of cannabis exposure in the uterus. They also intended to follow up with them over the course of their adolescent and teenage years to track any changes....

While acne treatments and anti-aging products are generally safe, there are certain ingredients that are considered a no-no when expecting. However, before you get nervous that you’ll have to completely overhaul your routine, you don’t have to worry. “Most people don’t need to make significant changes to their beauty routines,” says Hayley Goldbach, MD, FAAD, FACMS, a double board-certified dermatologist, dermatologic surgeon, and assistant professor of dermatology at Brown University....

The lining will then nourish the growing baby for the early part of the pregnancy. The ovaries will produce progesterone during the first trimester until the placenta takes over this function around the ninth or tenth week of pregnancy. Overview When looking at miscarriage, we know that some women have a lower progesterone level and then miscarry. The question is, did the low progesterone levels cause a miscarriage or did the impending miscarriage cause the low progesterone levels?...

Some troop leaders prefer projects with some permanence, like benches at a school, for example, while others approve one-time events like school supply drives or bicycle rodeos. And some have unwritten rules about the amount of time involved. Of course, you can contest those local “rules,” and the national council will back you on it. But the reality is, it’s a rare scout who wants to cause dissension in his troop over something like planter boxes....

You will be far more successful at setting limits, communicating, and getting along with your small son when you take time to be curious about who he is becoming and what his world is like. Here are some things to ponder: Preschoolers do not experience time in the same way adults do. Five minutes for you may feel like an hour for your son. If you expect patience, you will both be disappointed in the results....