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Parents-to-Be Must Communicate

good parents and remaining close and loving partners in the face of new stresses and strains ... new human being, and it doesn't arrive with any instructions. Expectant couples need practical ... expectant parents;expectant parents and communicating

After Giving Birth: Changing Expectations for Parents

*Postpartum Parent Expectations ... you have other children, expect some emotional swings, as you and your family try out your new ... roles. After Giving Birth: Changing Expectations for Parents Congratulations on your new baby ... 88718;after giving birth changing expectations for parents;postpartum depression;postpartum mood shifts;baby;obstetrics;ob/gyn;obt1095

We’re Pregnant–Tips for the Expectant Birth Partner

expectant father really fits, as men support, worry, and plan right along with their pregnant ... partners. Some of the more common experiences for expectant dads are included here. We’re ... pregnancy;fatherhood;expectant father;5

Preparing the Family

Preparing Your Family for a New Baby ... schedules, and new ways of coping for everyone. Most families soon find ways to adjust to the ... , and other distractions for your toddler to use only during this time. It's very easy, as busy new

Tips for Working Parents: Children 5 to 13 Years

*Parenting Tips Ages 5 to 13 ... Parents: Children 5 to 13 Years As you and your child go through these years together, expect some ... go. This is true whether a child’s parents go to work or not. New worries As they get older ... 84598;tips for working parents: children 5-13 years;parents, working, managing children 5-13 years ... ;working parents, managing children 5-13 years old;parenting, working, managing 5-13 years

Parental Cancer: Changes in Family Routines

*Parental Cancer Routines ... and changes facing your family. Children are very sensitive to changes in their parents' moods and ... illness and treatment. It takes time for a new routine to emerge and for errands, meals, and ... cancer;parent with cancer;changes in household routine with a parent with cancer;26398-1

Finding Support When You’re a Single Parent

Getting Support as a Single Parent ... yourself exhausted, isolated, and anxious. But you are in good company. Many single parent ... can get from being part of a single parent support group: Having a place to share your joys and ... single parent

Talking with Your Teen About Sex

watching the news on TV, and a story about teen pregnancy comes up. That can be a natural way for you ... about what behavior and boundaries you expect from your teen. It's a good idea to talk with your ... teens and sex;talking with teens about sex;659

Preparing the Infant for Surgery

: Separation from parents Having many different caregivers Seeing strange sights, sounds, and smells ... New and different routines Interrupted sleep Day and night confusion Pain or discomfort ... preoperative clinic;child and surgery;baby;P03033

Labor and Childbirth: Support Person's Notes

what to expect. And following the suggestions below can help ease you and the birthing parent ... . This improves circulation and helps the baby descend. Keep reminding the birthing parent to ... labor and childbirth: support person's notes;support person's notes, labor and childbirth;85740

Helping Your Child Eat Healthy for Life

Learning healthy habits today can help your child grow up strong and fit. As a parent, you ... help your child grow up strong and fit. As a parent, you can teach your child to make better food ... 89777;For parents;parents;parent;helping your child eat healthy for life;Child Nutrition;Child

Planning the Care of Your Aging Parents

Caring for Aging Parents ... Many children of aging parents wait until there's a crisis, and then they're left scrambling ... you live far away, you can get contact information for your parents' healthcare providers and other ... aging parents;taking of aging parents;signs of aging parents;advance planning for aging parents;1,1845

What You Can Do to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect

can and can't do at different ages. Have realistic expectations and be reasonable if children fall ... an abusive adult. Join a support program for new parents. Take regular breaks from your ... child abuse;prevent child abuse;stopping child abuse;The National Child Absue and Neglect Data System;NCANDS;1565

Tips for Working Parents: Children 3 to 5 Years

*Working Parents Tips Ages 3 To 5 ... Working Parents: Children 3-5 Years ... . Managing these new skills can be hard for a working parent. You may have limited flexibility and ... routines and transitions are very important for this age group. Kids may struggle with new childcare ... 84596;tips for working parents: children 3-5 years;parents, working, managing children 3-5 years ... ;working parents, managing children 3-5 years;parenting, working, managing children 3-5 years

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children

parents and teachers and watch the child. Diagnosis also depends on results from physical, nervous system ... . At the visit, write down the name of a new diagnosis and any new medicines, treatments, or tests ... impulsive/hyperactive type;ADHD inattentive and distractible type;behavior disorder;dopamine;P02552

Hypoglycemia in a Newborn Baby

Incompatible blood types of birth parent and baby (severe hemolytic disease of the newborn) Which ... carefully for the signs and start treatment as soon as possible. Birth parents with diabetes should keep

Maternal and Fetal Testing Overview

Pregnancy, Maternal and Fetal Tests ... expectant parents. But some types of testing and procedures do carry some risks to the birth parent ... available to keep track of the health of both the birth parent and the baby. Many of these pose

Newborn Sleep Patterns

Your New Baby: Sleep Patterns ... New parents are often unsure how long and how often a newborn should sleep. Read on to learn ... sleeps much of the day and night, waking only for feedings every few hours. It's often hard for new

Tips for Working Parents: Teenagers

*Working Parents Tips Teens ... For Working Parents: Dealing With Your Teen ... you and your child. Tips for Working Parents: Teenagers As children get older, they become ... more independent. They are more influenced by new people and ideas in school, and in the world ... 84600;tips for working parents: teenagers;parents, working, managing teenagers;working parents ... , managing teenagers;parenting, working, teenagers;parenting adolescents;adolescence

Preparing the School-Aged Child for Surgery

, such as being afraid of the dark. Give many compliments and hugs. Parents should always hold their ... your child can expect. It's most helpful to do this about a week or two before the surgery. Preparing ... preoperative clinic;child and surgery


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