Glossary
Crown-to-rump length
Definition Crown-to-rump length (CRL) is a common term used in pregnancy to…
Crowning
Definition “Crowning” is a term used in childbirth to describe the point…
Cry It Out
Definition Cry It Out (CIO) is a sleep training method used in…
Cultural Heritage
Definition Cultural heritage refers to the beliefs, customs, traditions, and values that…
Cultural Sensitivity
Definition Cultural sensitivity in parenting refers to the awareness, understanding, and appreciation…
Curettage
Definition Curettage is a medical procedure often associated with maternity and related…
Cyberbullying In Kids
Definition Cyberbullying in kids refers to the act of using digital platforms…
Cybersecurity For Families
Definition Cybersecurity for families refers to the practices, tools, and guidelines that…
Cystic fibrosis
Definition Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that causes severe damage to…
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Definition Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that can infect people of…
D&C: Dilation and Curettage
Definition Dilation and Curettage (D&C) is a surgical procedure often used after…
Date Nights
Definition Date Nights refer to scheduled times when parents or couples take…
Dating Rules
Definition Dating rules, in the context of parenting, refer to a set…
Dating Rules For Teens
Definition Dating Rules for Teens refers to a set of guidelines and…
Daycare Readiness
Definition Daycare readiness refers to the point at which a child is…
Decibel
Definition In the context of motherhood, the term “decibel” doesn’t have a…
Decision-Making As A Family
Definition Decision-making as a family refers to the collaborative process where family…
Deep vein thrombosis
Definition Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a medical condition where a blood…
Default Parent
Definition The term “default parent” refers to the parent who is primarily…
Dehydration
Definition Dehydration refers to a state where the body does not have…