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What You Need to Know About Wonder Weeks & Leaps

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A baby’s fussy behavior can make their parents anxious. In some cases, these mood changes are unpredictable. Thus, learning about wonder weeks is important. After doing comprehensive research, doctors Van de Rijt and Plooij made charts for times when the babies may feel good or fussy. However, the wonder weeks patterns aren’t the same for every baby. So, don’t worry if it doesn’t work for your baby. Wonder Weeks And Leaps Wonder weeks describe periods of infant development. Research says that  during these periods, babies get physical and mental growth rapidly. Changing things quickly and learning new skills at a different pace may make your baby frustrated or scared. Thus, during this time, the baby should be well taken care of by their parents and caregivers. The wonder weeks chart can be used by calculating your baby’s age in weeks (starting from the due date). In the first year, the baby goes through about eight leaps. And, each leap is associated with different milestones the...

Understanding Chickenpox Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & More

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Chickenpox is a viral infection that can lead to itchy rash on the skin, which can turn into scabs. Usually, the signs of chickenpox start appearing within 10 to 21 days after an individual is exposed to the virus. The CDC estimates that over 3.5 million cases of varicella are reported each year.  In this post, we are going to discuss chickenpox symptoms , what causes it & more. What Are Chickenpox Symptoms? One of the most common signs of chickenpox is itchy rash, which has three phases—pink/red bumps, fluid-filled blisters, and scabs. The rashes may appear for several days. And, in some cases, they may cover different parts of the body.  The infection usually causes feelings of being unwell, and patients may experience the following symptoms- Fever Tiredness Body aches Change in appetite Headache Additionally, chickenpox has some complications, such as dehydration, pneumonia, inflammation in the brain, and death. What Causes Chickenpox? The chickenpox infection is caused...