Tag: Associated Press

Kids with Special Needs

January 23

Joe Biden Is Inspiration To Community Who Stutters

There is a need for understanding for people who stutter.

After four years of political divisiveness and the "raging fire," U.S. President Joe Biden called for American unity. He promised to be a president for all Americans."I will fight as hard for those who did not support me as for those who
Your Kid’s Health

December 29

5 Questions Parents Are Asking About COVID-19 Vaccine, Answered

So far, the vaccine is allowed only for adults and older teens.

The first COVID-19 vaccines have been authorized for use in the U.S., and the states there are starting to implement plans for who should get vaccinated first.But one important group is absent: children.So far, the vaccine is allowed only for adults and
Health & Nutrition

December 26

Immunologist Answers If Pregnant Women Need COVID-19 Vaccine

Will the vaccine protect against asymptomatic infections and mutated viruses?

This week I was vaccinated against COVID-19 with the Pfizer mRNA vaccine, which brought to mind some frequently asked questions about the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.I am a professor of infectious diseases at the University of Virginia, where I care for patients
Getting Pregnant

November 8

Pain Reliever For Pregnancy: Warning On Use Of NSAIDs

Preggos often experience aches and pains that may be alleviated by these drugs.

(THE CONVERSATION) The Food and Drug Administation (FDA) in the United States issued a warning on Oct. 15, 2020 to both health care professionals and women in that country about the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) after 20 weeks of pregnancy.LOOKING
News

October 11

Teen Beatified By Catholic Church, Millennial Gen's First Blessed

"Carlo used the internet in service of the Gospel, to reach as many people as possible."

ASSISI, Italy (AP) — A 15-year-old Italian computer whiz who died of leukemia in 2006 moved a step closer to possible sainthood Saturday with his beatification in the town of Assisi, where he is buried.READ MORE INSPIRING STORIESCarlo Acutis is the youngest
Getting Pregnant

October 5

Effects Of Pregnancy Stress During A Pandemic

The stress of pregnancy during a pandemic is showing, says this study.

(THE CONVERSATION) Pregnancy is stressful, to say the least, but COVID-19 brings new challenges to parents of newborns. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified pregnant women as a vulnerable population. If infected, they are more likely to be hospitalized
Wellness

October 5

3 Ways To Cope With The Uncertainties Brought About By The Pandemic

Not knowing is hard, but there are ways to cope according to experts.

(THE CONVERSATION) It's 1:36 a.m., and I've just gotten my daughter back to sleep after she threw up violently. She has no fever, no cough, no shortness of breath, but what if.... I think it's food poisoning and not COVID-19, but I
News

July 9

Twins Joined At Head Separated At Vatican Pediatric Hospital

The hospital said the toddlers are recovering well a month after their third separation surgery.

ROME (AP) — Doctors at the Vatican's pediatric hospital said Tuesday they have successfully separated conjoined twins whose skulls were fused back-to-back, an exceedingly rare surgery for an equally rare congenital defect.The twins, Ervina and Prefina Bangalo, were born June 29, 2018
Real Parenting

June 20

Dads Have New Respect For Duties At Home

Four working dads talk about their newfound respect for their wives' duties at home.

Welcome to Real Parenting, a space where parents can share the joys, pain, and the mess of parenthood. Want to get something off your chest? Share your parenting journey? Email us at smartparenting2013@gmail.com with the subject "Real Parenting." Click here to read
Big Kids

June 12

Kids Need Physical Education Even During A Pandemic

Like math, science and reading, physical education is crucial to a child's development.

(THE CONVERSATION via The AP) When I noticed my 12-year-old son was spending about seven hours a day doing his school work online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I immediately became concerned. As a researcher who focuses on how to get kids
Money

June 10

Career Coaches: How To Stand Out In A Job Market With COVID-19

"It might not be in your field, but if you're scrappy and creative, you will get there."

Dear Class of 2020: You are graduating into one of the worst economies in history. But this isn't news to you. Many of you have already felt the impact, with summer internships and full-time job offers pulled out from under you as
Your Health

June 3

Temperature Checks Against COVID-19: Will It Keep You Safe?

Do not rely on temperature checks. Wear a mask, wash your hands, and practice social distancing.
Your Health

May 30

Everything You Need To Know About Asymptomatic COVID-19 Patients

Are asymptomatic COVID-19 patients contagious? Be safe and act like you and everyone is infected.

(THE CONVERSATION via The AP) Blood tests that check for exposure to the coronavirus are starting to come online, and preliminary findings suggest that many people have been infected without knowing it. Even people who do eventually experience the common symptoms of
News

May 28

American Gets Life Imprisonment For Online Child Abuse Charges

He has been in the Philippines since 2000.

A Philippine court has sentenced an American to life in prison on charges of sexually exploiting Filipino children using webcams to sell videos, photos and livestreams to buyers abroad, an official said Wednesday.The conviction of David Timothy Deakin is a strong warning
Your Health

May 27

Common Misunderstandings Doctors Confront About Contraception And Preventing Pregnancy

A doctor sets the record straight about misconceptions about contraception and pregnancy.
Toddler

May 25

Napping Benefits: It Unlocks Child's Full Potential For Learning

Naps help young children regulate their emotions and solidify memories.

(THE CONVERSATION via AP) For many parents of young children, the highlight of their day is nap time — not for them, but for their little ones. Especially now, with most preschools closed, getting a child to nap is the golden ticket.
News

May 21

COVID-19 Cases In French Schools Rise To 70 After Re-opening

The cases surfaced one week after kids went back to school.

Just one week after a third of French schoolchildren went back to school in an easing of the coronavirus lockdown, there has been a worrying flareup of about 70 COVID-19 cases linked to schools, the government said Monday.Some lower grades in schools
Real Parenting

May 20

What It's Like To Be A Dad, Doctor, And COVID-19 Survivor

This dad chose to go back to the frontlines to take care of COVID-19 patients.

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Uncertainties over the coronavirus remain, but there have been heartwarming anecdotes too, like the acts of courage and sacrifice of people helping deal with the unprecedented crisis at their life’s peril.In the Philippines, 41-year-old anesthesiologist Manuel Sotelo III knew the
Toddler

May 16

Ways To Motivate Your Kids At Home Without Nagging Or Tantrums

After a disaster, establishing structure is crucial for both parents and children.

(THE CONVERSATION) Parents have always helped with homework and made sure their children fulfill responsibilities like chores, but the extended and often unstructured time families are spending together during the current crisis creates new challenges.After a disaster like a hurricane or fire,

Tag: Associated Press

Search Stories on Smart Parenting