Tag: research
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Is Your Child’s Gut Bacteria Affecting Their Behavior? Here’s What Research Shows
Get Pregnant Fast At some point today, your little one is likely having a meltdown—perhaps over a broken cheese slice or a toy that’s just not cooperating. It’s a classic toddler moment. As a parent to a spirited 3-year-old, I can relate. But recent research from The Ohio State University suggests that these mood swings…
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New Research Indicates Children May Need to be Older Than Expected to Safely Cross Busy Streets
Get Pregnant Fast After years of holding my son’s hand and teaching him to look left, right, and then left again before stepping off the curb, the day he walked to his friend’s house alone across that bustling street was a mix of excitement and anxiety. Allowing him that independence was a tough decision. However,…
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Cuddling Infants Alters Their DNA: A Call for More Snuggles
Get Pregnant Fast When my eldest child, Ethan, arrived, our family was fortunate to live just a short drive away from his grandparents. Reflecting on those early parenting days, I truly appreciate the support system we had in place. I often wonder how we would have managed without their help. Throughout Ethan’s first year, his…
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Your Child Has Autism: What’s Next? 6 Essential Tips for Your Journey
Get Pregnant Fast You’ve just received the diagnosis: your child is on the autism spectrum. A rush of thoughts and feelings might be overwhelming you right now. Take a moment to breathe deeply. Your life is about to transform, but you will navigate this journey successfully. This is a path that no one chooses, yet…
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Decades of Research Indicate That Spanking Is at Best Ineffective and at Worst Harmful
Get Pregnant Fast I distinctly remember visiting a friend’s house when I was around 8 or 9 years old. During that visit, my friend found herself in trouble for something minor. She was taken to another room, spanked, and then returned to play with me, her face flushed and teary. There was no yelling or…