When a parent has a “confirmed or suspected” infection of COVID-19, research shows that newborns across several countries are being separated from their mothers. This separation, and the resulting lack in skin-to-skin bonding, also called kangaroo care, put the babies at higher risk of lifelong health complications or death, the WHO reports. According to the organization’s statistics, research has shown that skin-to-skin care, which includes early, prolonged skin-to-skin contact with a parent plus exclusive breastfeeding, can reduce infant death by as much as 40%, reduces severe infections by 65%, and hypothermia by more than 70%....

The study, published in the journal JAMA Neurology, found that getting less than six hours of sleep negatively affects your health in potentially severe ways. Along with increasing your chances of getting Alzheimer’s, not sleeping enough can also increase symptoms of depression and often results in gaining weight. But it also has found that there’s such a thing as too much sleep. “There appears to be a real sweet spot,” said Dr....

SmartAsset analyzed data to determine the minimum amount needed to qualify in the top one percent of earners in every state and there were some very interesting findings. Unsurprisingly, most of the states with the highest income thresholds were on the coast, while the inland states had a much lower barrier of entry to qualify for to be a one-percenter. What may be even more interesting and insightful is the data that shows how much it takes to be in the top five percent of earners in every state, as the gap narrows quite a bit....

The inflation rate rise over the past few months has been hard for families. Economists have pointed out that the average U.S. household will be forced to spend $433 more a month for the same things they bought in 2021. That equates to approximately $5,200 more in annual expenses — but wages haven’t increased enough to make up that deficit, so families have had to make challenging budget decisions. A survey by OnePoll on behalf of Forbes Advisor shows which items Americans are cutting from their budgets amid rising costs....

Governor Bill Lee signed two bills: one that requires businesses to post signs if they allow transgender customers to use bathrooms and/or dressing rooms that correspond to their gender identity, and one that puts public schools at risk of litigation if they let transgender students or staff at public schools to use multi-person restrooms or locker rooms that correspond to their gender identity. The two bills — signed on Friday and Monday, respectively — are just another entrant into legislation that has targeted transgender kids and adult’s ability to see doctors, to get health care, to get comprehensive education, and more....

Kids get stoked playing this game. The beauty lies in the mystery of the unknown – and getting creative with the items you place in the box. What’s this furry thing? What’s this round, smooth object? This is soft and sticky … is it cold noodles? It’s extraordinarily simple to set up and rarely loses its thrill, which makes it easy to play again and again. Hell, it also works well with a group of drunk adults....

Next time your kids want to hear “Baby Shark” or “Let It Go” for the one-millionth time, take matters into your own hands. Instead of just hitting play on an hour-long YouTube video that has all of the popular kids’ nursery rhymes queued up, which you know will drive you insane, sing silly songs to your kids. They tend to make forgiving audiences, and kids songs are generally generous to those of us who struggle to keep a tune....

title: “The 7 Most Hilarious Princess Leia Quotes To Celebrate Carrie Fisher S Birthday” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-15” author: “Ismael Dean”

Hitting 20 million viewers on average during its heyday in the early ’90s, The Next Generation wasn’t just a big hit, it was also, in many ways, a family show. Less violent than its ’60s predecessor, the ruminative and thoughtful nature of TNG sometimes gave Star Trek the slightly unfair reputation of being an adventure series about a bunch of goody-goodies. But, as vintage action TV series go, TNG does hold up when it comes to family viewing....

“You Are the Average of Your Five Closest Friends” “Something that stuck with me for years was when my dad and I were in the car coming back from somewhere. I was probably in high school and had a close group of friends. Most of my friends were good kids, but others took different routes as time went on. When my dad and I were chatting, he told me ‘you are the average of your five or so closest friends....

A good shelter should be easy to set up and take down, sturdy enough to not fold over when a stiff wind blows in, and made of fabric with at least a 30 UPF, which means it only allows 1/30th of the sun’s UV rays to pass through. It should have stakes or sand pockets to anchor it to the ground and a bag that makes it easy to carry as you scope out the perfect spot....

What we’re saying is the best backpack for you is a matter of personal preference. And that’s a good thing because there are more categories of men’s backpacks out there than ever before. So we’ve broken it down for you, highlighting the best backpacks for work, the best backpacks for travel, and the best everyday backpacks that do a little bit of everything (including store the many parenting items you need)....

There are a lot of belts out there to look at. When you’re searching for the right men’s belt, as well the corresponding belt buckle, don’t go for anything too gaudy or flashy, cautions Micaela Erlanger, a stylist who has worked with such stars as Common, Jared Leto, and John Boyega. Her advice? Stick to basic colors and styles that coordinate well with a lot of different clothing. “Every man needs a black leather belt and a brown leather belt and a nice corded woven belt for summer,” Erlanger says....

Entireworld specializes in the most comfortable sweats and T-shirts you’ve probably ever tried on, plus trousers, outerwear and more. The brand emphasizes quality fabrics, simple colors and designs, and straightforward styling potential. Entireworld was a particular hit during the early part of the pandemic, as office workers traded in chinos for sweatpants and generally prioritized an at-home uniform that leaned much more casual (guilty as charged) Sales actually shot through the roof in March 2020, at a clip more than 60 percent higher than the previous March....

Outdoor Gear Isle Paddleboards Stand-up paddleboarding is another outdoor sport with a steep point of entry in price, which is why Isle Surf and SUP’s huge discounts over Black Friday and Cyber Monday are perfect for anyone who wants to get into the sport next year. From November 25 through November 30, all of Isle’s paddleboards are half off. The only exception is the Switch Kayak + Paddleboard Hybrid, which is $200 off....

Lightning Lane will be replacing FastPasses, which were free passes you could get to basically skip the line for popular rides. FastPasses were put on hold during the pandemic but now they are being phased out altogether. Lightning Lane is supposed to be more convenient than FastPasses but it’s going to cost you an extra twenty bucks. You can only access Lightning Lane through Disney Genie, a new service app that is launching this Fall and is meant to allow visitors to maximize their experience....

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Now listen, all you really need for a fishing trip is a rudimentary fishing pole, a hook, and some bait. But there’s a lot of gear out there that not only helps kids get the hang of fishing but also make the experience one that kids are going to want to repeat. You never know, it might even give them more luck on the water. Here, then, are eight pieces of fishing gear for kids....

“Three-year-olds are eager to solve problems and will make their own if needed. That’s why blocks of all kinds are fun choices for 3-year-olds who want to explore, create, and figure things out,” says Rebecca Parlakian, the senior director of programs at Zero to Three. Look into “pretend-play props that encourage feisty 3-year-olds to tell stories and act out roles, like puppets, pretend play costumes, and storybooks with simple storylines and vivid illustrations,” says Parlakian....

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