Month: January 2022

Dealing with COVID-19 concerns has been a way of life for families for almost two years. But with the rapid rise of the highly infectious Omicron variant — particularly in kids — it’s understandable to have new questions and concerns about what to do if your baby or child develops symptoms of the virus. After all,
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Many children start pre-school around 3-years old, so if you have a toddler, then chances are they’re getting ready for or have already started pre-school. There are many benefits to enrolling your child in a pre-school program prior to kindergarten – it helps kids improve their socialization skills, acts as a confidence-booster, and can give
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Throughout the pandemic, public health officials have strongly advised pregnant women and other high-risk people to take extra precautions and avoid contracting COVID-19. But the rapid rise of the Omicron variant — described as “mild” by many — has left plenty of people wondering what it means if you’re pregnant.  How does the Omicron variant affect
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If you’re breastfeeding, then chances are you’ve experienced a leaking nipple. This can be embarrassing if you’re on the go, and don’t have the option to change into something fresh right away. But that’s where breast pads come in. Breast pads can be placed in a regular or nursing bra, and work to soak up
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This may go down as another year of celebrity pandemic babies. But who doesn’t love hearing about their favorite stars going through the same life stages as they do, including giving birth and becoming parents? We rounded up the celeb parents who have welcomed a little one so far this year (baby name inspiration, anyone?).
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Everything from your hair to your waistline can change during pregnancy, and your skin is no exception. Some women find the texture of their skin changes only slightly, while others develop conditions that are noticeable and can be uncomfortable. It’s impossible to predict how your skin will change while expecting, and though past pregnancies and
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Some people on the internet say a pint helps with lactation. Here’s a look at the science—or lack thereof—behind this popular parenting belief. If you’re struggling with milk supply, a well-intentioned person may have advised you to chug a Guinness, since beer has been thought to increase supply. Beer was even prescribed to breastfeeding women
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Sun protection is important all year round, including after the snow falls Created for Every parent knows that sunscreen is a must on sunny summer days, but how sun smart is your family during the winter? The truth is, sun protection can be just as  important during the winter, especially if you’re taking part in
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You’d be forgiven for thinking that COVID-19 was the only important health issue this year. But kids’ health is about so much more than viruses, and while media outlets and even medical journals focused on COVID-19 issues month after month, doctors and researchers kept investigating other topics, like fever, sore throats and child safety. As
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Looking to upgrade your kid’s mask? Also known as respirators, N95s and KN95s provide the highest level of protection against COVID-19. Scientists have learned a lot about COVID over the past few years, and increasing evidence tells us that the virus is spread through tiny particles that hang in the air. As a result, mask
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In the pandemic that keeps on going, Omicron’s infectiousness means most kids and families will be exposed. But that doesn’t mean we can’t be prepared. Here are things you can do to protect your kids and your community amid Omicron’s surge. Vaccinate your kids if they’re eligible “Vaccination is the most effective intervention right now
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Northwestern Medicine scientists developed a unique nanoparticle to deliver genome editing technology, including CRISPR/Cas9, to endothelial cells, which line blood vessel walls. Published in Cell Reports, this is the first time that vascular endothelial cells could be reached for genome editing, since the usual way to deliver CRISPR/Cas9 – through a virus – does not
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