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Don’t drink too much water, or any liquid, before taking a pregnancy test. Excess fluids can impact the accuracy of the test results, so if your urine is diluted or pale yellow, hold off on taking a test. Diluted urine tends to also have diluted hCG levels which can skew the test results. Can I …
Why is antibacterial soap bad for babies? It wasn’t until recently, after studies were performed of triclosan that raised concerns over the chemical’s negative effects. The research said, quite simply, that triclosan is not safe for use. From the research, they found that tricolsan can cause infertility and early puberty. Can you use Dial soap …
What are signs of a healthy pregnancy at 12 weeks? Early pregnancy symptoms (at 12 weeks) an aching stomach. nausea – find out about morning sickness remedies. mood swings. a metallic taste in your mouth. sore breasts. indigestion and heartburn. headaches. dizziness. Is my pregnancy safe at 12 weeks? From a medical point of view, …
Choose a time when you’re not rushed or likely to be interrupted. Some parents opt for morning baths, when their babies are alert. Others prefer to make baby baths part of a calming bedtime ritual. If you bathe your baby after a feeding, consider waiting for your baby’s tummy to settle a bit first. What …
Is it normal to have brown discharge during early pregnancy? Brown. Discharge is usually brown due to old blood leaving the body, which can be an early symptom of pregnancy. Brown discharge during pregnancy is not generally a cause for concern. However, pregnant women who experience dark brown discharge should contact their doctor. How long …
Tantrums are a normal stage of every baby’s development, and they don’t last forever (although sometimes they seem never–ending). By responding with empathy and showing your baby you care about their needs, you’ll have to tools you need to weather the tantrum years. Can 10 month old have tantrums? Don’t worry! Your little one is …
AHAs and BHAs are both popular types of skin brighteners and exfoliants that can be found in moisturizers, but, according to MacGregor, “they disrupt the skin barrier and enhance penetration of other topicals, including untested substances.” She and another dermatologist we spoke to say its best to generally avoid … Is AHA BHA safe for …
As healthy as juicing and juice cleanses are, WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THEM DURING PREGNANCY OR BREASTFEEDING. During a juice fast, your body is ridding itself of toxins and these toxins are released into your bloodstream. How long after Detox Can I breastfeed? Don’t breastfeed your baby while you are drinking or soon after you …
Choosing a time for a brunch-style baby shower is pretty simple – you can do earlier in the morning, like from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, or from late morning to mid afternoon, like an 11:00 am to 1:00 pm shower. Stick to a 2 hour time-frame and schedule out all of the games and …
It is not necessary to wake most older newborns up to eat. However, those younger than 1 month old or so may not wake up when they feel hungry. Babies younger than 4 weeks old should not go longer than 4–5 hours without food. To wake a baby up to eat, try brushing the side …