Crying is the only way your infant can express her feelings to you. It is her only form of communication. The problem is, it\’s often difficult to identify the specific reasons babies cry. Are they hungry? Are they uncomfortable? Are they upset? Each of these – as well as other – reasons may be the […]

How much money will it cost to have and raise a baby? This is an important question on the minds of most would-be parents at one time or another. And it’s a question that often guides their decision to have one. Sometimes, the expenses are obvious. For example, you’ll need to buy diapers and food […]

A car seat is essential. Not only will you need one to transport your newborn from the hospital to your home, but you’ll also need one for every car trip you take together. They are required by law in every state. The problem is, buying the right seat for your little one may be difficult. […]

From the moment you bring your little one home from the hospital (and maybe even before), there will be no shortage of advice regarding her care. Your friends and family will offer unsolicited suggestions. Meanwhile, your book shelves will likely have at least a few baby and parenting books sitting on them. The question is, […]

A restful night’s sleep becomes more precious during pregnancy because it is more elusive. Moms-to-be must cope with an array of challenges that prevent them from getting the rest they need. From bouts of anxiety to physical discomfort to frequent trips to the restroom, getting a full eight hours of slumber may seem all but […]

According to the American Cancer Society, over 220,000 new cases of lung cancer (LC) will have been diagnosed throughout 2010. This disease, including both small cell and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), is responsible for more cancer-related deaths than colon and breast cancer combined. Eight in ten diagnosed cases are NSCLC. Despite the prevalence of […]

It is more common than ever for pregnant women to work while they are expecting. Sometimes, the reason is due to their career-related goals; it’s difficult to leave your job months earlier than necessary if you plan to return to it following childbirth. Other times, the thought of staying home may seem boring. In many […]

If non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is detected early enough, it can usually be treated successfully with surgery. If the disease moves outside your lungs (i.e. metastasizes), and spreads to other areas of your body, other forms of treatment will become necessary. These include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and in some cases, drugs undergoing clinical trials. […]

Even parents who already have kids are surprised by the changes a new baby brings into their lives. New moms and dads, in particular, often feel unprepared. Babies can dismantle the life you know, and then reconstruct it into something that is different, but better. Few parents experience the same conversion since each baby brings […]

During the first several weeks of your pregnancy, you’re unlikely to need maternity wear. Your body will barely be showing a bump, and thus your normal clothes will feel comfortable (if a little snug). By the time you enter your second trimester, however, your belly will have begun to expand in order to provide room […]