The Risks of Summer!

Everyone loves the summer time right? Its filled with fun! There is no school (for most people), beach fun, and a lot of traveling. How could you not enjoy it? Well, it is a down side to it. You are putting yourself in harm!

1.)Did you know skincancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S.? During the summer it’s normally hot, so we tend to wear less clothing. It is very important to protect your skin while you’re out in the sun. One way to do so is putting on sunscreen. There are also some that are waterproof. You can also walk around with an umbrella. The umbrella can be used to block the sun. You can also wear hats, cover-ups, and etc.

   2.)Be sure to keep yourself hydrated. This is something young people really don’t pay attention to. When you’re hot, your body cools itself down by producing sweat. In order to produce sweat you will need to be hydrated. Water is the best thing to drink. Keep some fluids with you at all times.

 

3.) Try to take it easy in the heat. You can’t exercise in the heat as you normally would. If you don’t take the right precautions, you could end up with a heat related illness. Take little breaks while active. This will give your body time to cool down. Find a shade spot to rest. And again, you MUST stay hydrated.

4.) Keep your eyes safe!! When going out in the sun, you can also damage your eyes. I’ve read that if you go out into the bright sunlight you are putting yourself at a greater risk in developing cataracts and growths on the eye. To prevent any of these things wear sunglasses that will protect against the UV light. Wear a hat that will also block the sun. And remember to NEVER look directly at the sun.

The Development of a Baby

Babies, don’t you just love them. Have you ever thought about the different stages a baby goes through while in the womb? I have always wondered what will be the first thing a baby develops. Heres what I came up with:

Weeks 3-6

 During the first few weeks the baby will start to develop major organs. The brain one of the organs and the heart is another. The heart will begin to start pumping around the fifth week.  The baby will also have a stomach during this time. The ears and eyes are just starting to come in. And the spinal cord is beginning to form. During the sixth week, the baby's upper lip is starting to form. 

Weeks 7-12

These weeks are all about GROWTH! The umbilical cord will be the first thing starting to form around this time. This helps nourish and strengthen the baby through the entire pregnancy. The arms and legs will become more visible during this time as well. The toes and fingers start to develop. During week nine the baby will be just an inch! And that’s when he/she will be able to move around.  Also during week nine he/she will get its reproductive organs. Week ten is when the skeleton starts to develop. By week eleven, you will be able to tell its gender. And when week twelve approaches the baby will have already grown three inches.

Weeks 13-16

This is the beginning of the second trimester. This is when the baby starts to kick. The baby will also start developing skin, though it will be very thin. I also read that the baby will start making different faces during the sixteenth week. The baby will be able to form a cute little fist and has grown five inches.

Weeks 17-20

The baby will continue to grow. One cool thing I found out was that during this time the baby will be able to hear you and things around you. Its kidneys are developed. Some babies have hair around this time, but some don’t. The arms and legs are fully developed.

Week 21-27

These are the last weeks of the second trimester. The baby is able to taste and feel now. Around this time, he/she does a lot of moving when they’re awake. Blood cells are being created. The baby’s lungs are growing. The baby also begins breathing.

Weeks 28-36

This is the third trimester. The brain is still developing during this time, but its happening much faster. The baby is able to grab and hold things. Its preparing itself for birth. Also the baby is able to suck.

Weeks 37-40

This is the time every pregnant woman has been waiting for. The baby is fully developed. The baby may be at least six to eight pounds. Sometimes they are larger than that.

See, the baby goes through many changes. And just think, this process is something that every single one of us has gone through. I think this is the most amazing and beautiful process of development known to man.