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Photo: iStockphoto Melissa Blanchard’s breasts were so large they gave her back pain and put pressure on her shoulders and neck that led to migraines. “I was really uncomfortable all the time,” she says. So when she was in her mid-twenties, she decided to have a breast reduction surgery. After 10 hours of surgery, Blanchard had

Image: Shutterstock The state of Pennsylvania was originally a private land that was later transformed into a bustling colony. The colony saw an inflow of people from several parts of the world, which brought diversity in the economy too. If you want to know the complete story of the Pennsylvania colony, read this MomJunction article.

IN THIS ARTICLE Outdoor toys combine the joy of playing with the excitement of being outdoors. There are several outdoor toys that you can carry along when you are on an outing with your toddler. In this article, MomJunction gives you a list of 15 best outdoor toys for toddlers to keep them engaged and

Photo: iStockphoto We are born to connect. As human beings we are relational and we need biological, emotional and psychological connection with others. We learn how to connect and create the patterns we form during our infancy and early childhood. These patterns and experiences become embodied in us and become the way we understand how

Image: Shutterstock The earth is a source of immense power. The energy that we can derive from deep within the layers of the earth is called geothermal energy. Humans have known about and used geothermal energy for ages now. Some communities in the world heavily rely on it even today. Read this MomJunction article to

Photo: Courtesy of Anne Thériault I spent years of my life being asked if I planned to have kids. And then, before the incision from my c-section had even healed, people began asking me if I was going to have another. The first question was exquisitely inappropriate, but at least I knew how to answer

Photo: iStockphoto There’s a picture of me at around age one, propped up in a green baby walker with a big grin on my face. “You loved it!” my mother is fond of saying, followed by the story of how I used this particularly treacherous product to fall down a (small) flight of stairs. Apparently I

Photo: @chrissyteigen via Instagram “Luna woke up super early—I have no idea what time zone everybody’s on,” John Legend says with a laugh, having just returned from a family vacation in Europe. And after a hilarious trip to Candy Court with three-year-old Luna and his long-time love, Chrissy Teigen, the doting dad of two is ready

iStock The New York colony was among the oldest inhabited places in pre-independent America. Although it was under the control of the Britishers for a significant time, it did not always have a British occupation. So how did the New York colony come into existence and who were its original inhabitants? Here is a MomJunction

iStock Nicknamed ‘the land of the rising sun’, Japan is a small country in Asia with a crimson sun at the center of its flag. The civilizations and culture of the country have been among the oldest in the world. Japan has influenced the world and continues to do so even today, thanks to its

Photo: Istockphoto If you’ve stumbled over the words to “Hush Little Baby” in a middle-of-the-night haze while baby looked on perplexed, you’re not alone. But fear not, learning the lyrics to your favourite lullabies and songs is easy as pie, and you’ll be amazed by how good it makes you feel! Aside from soothing baby

Photo: iStockphoto “Did you notice his extra finger?” The off-hand comment by my midwife as I snuggled and cooed over my minutes-old baby proved I was apparently not a “count all ten fingers and toes” kind of parent. I peeled back my son’s hospital blanket and pulled out his wrinkly left hand to reveal a

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE The koala is a furry, tree-clinging marsupial that thrives on a herbivorous diet. A native of Australia, the koala is not a bear although it’s often referred to as the ‘koala bear’. Cuddly, with claws as sharp as a cat’s, the koalas are cute and fascinating. Find out more about

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Machu Picchu is one of the ancient wonders of the world and provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Inca civilization. Nestled in the mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu was almost a secret and not known to the western world until the beginning of the 20th century. So,

Image: Shutterstock Oh boy! Congratulations, you are now the parent of a handsome little guy. While you are enjoying your time with the brand new arrival into your life, the thought about picking the right name must also be lingering in your mind somewhere. Isn’t it? Taking opinions from friends or family members, browsing on

Coming to terms with your post-baby belly can be a challenge, especially with unrealistic expectations on social media and the institutionalized culture of shaming women for the changes happening to their bodies.  But one Reddit user is choosing to embrace her “permanent stretch marks and lose [sic] bits that might never go away,” and she’s

IN THIS ARTICLE How do you make a toddler sleep comfortably while traveling? A toddler travel bed can be the answer. Toddler beds are exclusively designed to create a comfortable space for a toddler to sleep while traveling. There are different types of toddler travel beds to choose from, depending on your requirements. MomJunction tells

Photo: iStockphoto Experts agree that babies under six months are generally too young for sunscreen, and they can overheat easily—which can make sun protection during family outings challenging. Here’s how to keep your little one safe. A sunburn is worse than a little sunscreen According to the Canadian Paediatric Society and the Canadian Dermatology Association,

Image: Shutterstock The surnames in Russia and the region around it, originated from the names of animals, fruits, objects, occupations and patronyms. They are distinct for both males and females. The last names of males end with ‘ov’ or ‘ev’ while another letter is added for females, making it ‘ova’ or ‘eva’. In this post,

IN THIS ARTICLE Socks are essential to keep the baby warm when the weather is cold. They can also be used to keep the baby’s feet clean when they start to take their first steps. These little socks, available in multiple colors, are appealing to the eye and make your baby all the more adorable.