Antibiotics have been one of the greatest treatment advances of
this century. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), their overuse
and the resultant antimicroboial resi...
According to the Center of Disease Control, one in every four children
under fourteen will require medical attention for an injury. Many of these
injuries are preventable. Don't find...
Why Does My Child Get So Many Colds?
If you're a working mother with a baby in daycare, you may feel the sting
of comments from stay-at-home friends, but never fear. Their child will...
Most parents feel that they can recognize a medical emergency. But
could you recognize a dental emergency? Would you know what to do to
help your child save her tooth? We spoke wit...
If your child hasn't had an ear infection already, then it's likely
on the horizon. After the common cold, ear infections are the most commonly
diagnosed illness among children in th...
Many children are anxious about their first trip to the dentist.
But with preparation and a little planning, most children can have a pleasant
first encounter with the dentist. We ...
For many women, along with the joy of pregnancy come a variety of
pains and complaints. From back pain to nausea, the physical changes brought about
by pregnancy can be uncomfortable...
In another era, moms-to-be, moms immediately postpartum and young
children were all discouraged from participating in exercise. At
these times in life, women and children were consid...
A new baby means change for the whole family. In addition to preparing themselves
for the new arrival, parents should spend time preparing siblings for a new
brother or sister. Conside...
Choosing a car seat can be overwhelming. Many new parents feel unprepared
to make a decision. We talked to veteran moms and developed this checklist of points to consider.
...
Forget classical music and sophisticated toys, the most important tool in
your young child's development is you. Here are five things you can do to encourage
cognitive development.
Though most of us know that it's not a good idea to give our kids
soda, few of us actually know why. "The number one reason to avoid sodas is
that they don't have any nutritional val...
As the medical system in this country changes, some leading providers
are experimenting with unique and innovative approaches to patient care. Among
them, is UNC's family practice that...
Beyond the usual excuses, there are some real reasons that us moms
don't work out like we should. Time is in short supply, it's tough to find
sitters, and we're reluctant to put our ...
We all know that babies have delicate skin. What most parents underestimate,
is just how vulnerable babies are to the sun's harmful rays. Babies are
at increased risk for three reasons...
A Guide to Oral Hygiene
Think baby teeth aren't important because they aren't permanent? Think again!
Caring for your baby's teeth is a critical first step in developing good den...
