Food is essential for supplying critical nutrients a child needs for proper growth and development. But the wrong kind of food, or poor eating habits, can be harmful to a […]
Parents of babies and toddlers spend a lot of time with their pediatrician. Many of those visits revolve around check-ups and immunizations that are required and recommended during a child’s […]
Each new season brings with it new and different activities for children to enjoy. At the same time, however, the seasons can also bring with them some undesirable byproducts in […]
Every soon-to-be parent approaches the birth of a child wishing for a healthy baby, but sometimes wondering “what if something goes wrong?” Most newborns do arrive in good health, but […]
Everyone talks about the health of the heart, lung and brain. The intestinal tract is just as crucial and no less important for health. In fact, the digestive tract is […]
Rotavirus is a highly contagious virus. Infants and young children who contract the virus can experience severe diarrhea and vomiting that can lead to dehydration, where severe cases require hospitalization for […]
The cause of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is currently unknown and indiscriminately poses a risk to all age groups. The two main types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Although these conditions are […]
Your genes can determine your traits. Carrier screening involves genetic testing to identify gene mutations you have, that have the potential to be passed down to your children. Genetic testing […]
Each new season brings with it new and different activities for children to enjoy. At the same time, however, the seasons can also bring with them some undesirable byproducts in […]
First-time parents devote more time to feeding their baby than just about any other parenting task throughout the baby’s first year. Feedings are among the best opportunities parents have to […]