Author: Engage the Stages
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Frenectomy /Maxilla on 7 Year Old Daughter
Taking care of my daughter’s dental health has always been a priority, and when her orthodontist suggested a necessary procedure to close the gap between her front teeth, I knew we had to act. The small strip of tissue connecting her lip to her gums was not only affecting her smile but also holding her Read more
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Serum Sickness (Allergic Reaction to Amoxicillin)
Amoxicillin for an Ear Infection When my daughter was diagnosed with an ear infection, we never anticipated the subsequent medical journey that would unfold. What began as a standard course of amoxicillin quickly turned into a concerning situation, as a severe allergic reaction emerged, leading to a series of urgent care visits and an eventual Read more
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Children’s Ear Tubes Because of Hearing Loss
Navigating through the challenges of childhood illnesses can be daunting, especially when it involves something as crucial as hearing. Our journey with temporary hearing loss began when our daughter, in the midst of a common cold, started to experience significant hearing difficulties. Initially attributing her muffled hearing to congestion, we were hopeful that the problem Read more
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Twin Birth at 36 Weeks (Cesarean / C-Section) and NICU
Miraculous Pregnancy I was 36 weeks pregnant. Because of my high risk pregnancy, this pregnancy had miraculously lasted until 36 weeks. The day before the babies were born, I attended my regular appointment with my OB, hoping for a discussion about removing my cerclage. Upon arrival, he mentioned that we would talk about it the Read more
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High Risk Twin Pregnancy with Emergency Cerclage at 18 Weeks Pregnant
IVF and Twins We underwent IVF for this pregnancy as well. Previously, we attempted a transfer with two embryos, but it didn’t succeed. This time, during the embryo transfer, the doctor confidently remarked something like, “See you later, this worked.” The embryologist later returned to the room and expressed his belief that this time we Read more
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First Birth with No Contractions
Welcoming a new life into the world is a momentous journey, filled with anticipation and unexpected surprises. For many, the path to parenthood is characterized by a blend of excitement, nervousness, and awe-inspiring moments that leave an indelible mark. My own experience of childbirth was no different, yet it unfolded uniquely, with a mixture of Read more
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My First IVF Pregnancy
Early Pregnancy Feelings From the moment the embryos were implanted, I felt pregnant, experiencing nausea, which I initially attributed to the progesterone injections. One night, I woke up with a sharp pain in my side, which I believed was the baby implanting itself. Having undergone IVF and never being pregnant before, I was terrified of Read more
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IVF and OHSS – Our Road to Parenthood
Starting our Journey They advise giving it two years. That’s exactly what we did. Then, a friend of mine mentioned she used ovulation strips and conceived almost immediately. I decided to try the ovulation strips for four months, but when nothing changed, I reached out to my OB and scheduled an appointment. To start, I Read more
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Games and Activities to Reinforce Learning Names of Letters and Sounds by Multiple Intelligences
LEARNING TO READ / PRE-READING. LEARNING THE LETTERS AND BEGINNING OF READING Games and Activities to Reinforce Learning Names of Letters and Sounds by Multiple Intelligences Musical: Linguistic: Visual/Spatial: Bodily/Kinesthetic: Interpersonal: Nature: Intrapersonal: Logical/Mathematical: Circle Map Book: Circle Map Book Paste the image that starts with the same letter inside the circle Anchor Chart Block Read more