Author Page for Darlene Oakley
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What to Expect during a D&C
What to Expect during a D&C
Read about the steps that happen after a miscarriage. There are different options to choose from. See which decision you want to make.
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How to Prepare your Toddler for the Transition from Home to Daycare or Preschool
How to Prepare your Toddler for the Transition from Home to Daycare or Preschool
It’s a pretty big step…not only for your toddler, but for you as well. You have known this time was coming and have tried to prepare yourself for it. Now it’s time to prepare your child. Going to daycare or preschool isn’t something that should be done as a surprise or in the spur of [...]
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Vision Impairments in Preemies
Vision Impairments in Preemies
When a baby is born prematurely, they run the risk of having eyesight problems. Learn about the different types of eye problems in our article.
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Your Child’s Education: You do have a Choice
Your Child’s Education: You do have a Choice
With security problems, drug use, and bullying on the rise in schools across the country, many parents are deciding to homeschool their children. While there many advantages and good reasons why homeschooling is a viable education option, there are still challenges. The Challenges of Homeschooling 1) Isolation and socialization: One of the main challenges of [...]
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Short-Term Complications Associated with Preterm Birth
Short-Term Complications Associated with Preterm Birth
Learn about what it means if you have a premature baby. There are a number of health risks and complications that can happen. Educate yourself on what the different risks are and what you can do to help.
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The Advantages of Homeschooling
The Advantages of Homeschooling
Every year more parents are deciding to make the switch to homeschooling! Read about the different advantages of homeschooling and see if you think it's the right decision for your kids!
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Investigating Vaccinations
Investigating Vaccinations
Are you worried about what will happen if you have your baby vaccinated? Find out the positive and negative aspects of having your baby vaccinated. We also share some of the different options you have.
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Can Too Many Ultrasounds and 3D/4D Ultrasounds Harm Your Baby?
Can Too Many Ultrasounds and 3D/4D Ultrasounds Harm Your Baby?
Have you ever considered the ramifications of having ultrasounds during your pregnancy? Read about ultrasound basics along with what you should consider before you decide to have ultrasounds.
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Physical and Cognitive Development Milestones: 6 to 12 months
Physical and Cognitive Development Milestones: 6 to 12 months
Making sure your baby is on track is important. Read what your baby should be able to do from 6 months to 12 months of age.
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Could my Baby be Color Blind?
Could my Baby be Color Blind?
Read about the different types of color blindness and when it's time to take your baby to the eye doctor.
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The Ins and Outs of In Vitro Fertilization
The Ins and Outs of In Vitro Fertilization
Learn all the facts and statistics about In Vitro Fertilization. Discover the history, different steps in the process, and even the success rate of IVF.
