Is an ectopic pregnancy considered a rainbow baby?

A rainbow baby is a baby born after miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy, termination for medical reasons, stillbirth or neonatal death.

Should you tell your child they were unplanned?

It’s important to communicate that unplanned doesn’t mean unwanted. If a child feels unwanted, that is when their sense of security and self-esteem may feel threatened, says Grusec. Ideally it’s best to have that conversation when children are older, around the time when they have a firm understanding of conception.

What’s a sunshine baby?

“Angel Baby,” “Sunshine Baby,” and “Rainbow Baby” are terms that refer to babies born just before or after another baby is lost due to a variety of reasons. They help immediate family members move through the grieving process and find meaning in the loss.

What happens if you get pregnant at 16?

How does teenage pregnancy affect teen mothers? Teens are at a higher risk for pregnancy-related high blood pressure (preeclampsia) and its complications than average age mothers. Risks for the baby include premature birth and low birth weight. Preeclampsia can also harm the kidneys or even be fatal for mother or baby.

Do stepchildren have to call their parents mom or dad?

They don’t have to call them Mom or Dad unless they want to, but they have to be respectful. Know that as a parent or stepparent, you cannot read your stepchild’s mind.

How do you set expectations of your Stepkids?

The answer here is that you and your partner have to decide ahead of time how the kids in the family will talk to each parent. You set the expectations together, and then you remain consistent; you hold each child accountable. Here’s an example. If one of your stepkids says, “ You’re not my mom; I don’t have to do what you say!”

What to do if your stepchild gives you that look?

Know that as a parent or stepparent, you cannot read your stepchild’s mind. In other words, if this child doesn’t like you telling him what to do but he does it anyway, don’t challenge him on what he’s thinking. Don’t worry if he’s giving you “that look.”

What should I do if my son gives me that look?

Don’t worry if he’s giving you “that look.” When you tell him to go do his chores, if he does them whether he likes it or not, that should be enough. So, don’t try to read kids’ minds to determine if they really don’t want to do something, or if they really don’t like you. You have to let that go until everybody gets to know each other.