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Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance
Food allergies and food intolerance are two terms that people may use interchangeably, but they are actually to very different issues. A food allergy is a reaction caused by a protein. An allergic reaction will begin in the body upon contact or consumption with a...
Making Physical Activity a LifeStyle
Wise eating choices are not the only factor in maintaining your child’s health and wellness. Physical activity is also an important part of the equation. Spending a minimum of twenty to thirty minutes three times a week in an activity that elevates your child’s...
23 Ways to Soothe a Fussy Newborn!
The first time you hear your baby cry is a thrilling experience; it's a sign she's entered the world healthy with a great set of lungs! But as the weeks go by, the thrill may quickly give way to concern and frustration. As you will inevitably learn, babies cry a lot....
Recommended Schedule for Immunizations
Are your children up to date on their vaccinations? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends immunizing children on a scheduled time frame that would best benefit their health and safety. Delaying or choosing not to immunize your child can expose them...
Is Your Child Wetting the Bed?
There are many different factors that can contribute to a child wetting the bed. It certainly does not mean that something is wrong with the child. On the contrary, approximately five million children in the United States wet the bed. The majority of the time it is...
A Safe Sleeping Environment for an Infant
In 1992, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) began recommending that infants be placed on their backs to sleep. This recommendation has helped to lower the number of sudden infant deaths (SIDS). On the other hand, the number of deaths by suffocation,...
Not All Children Begin Reading at the Same Pace
Now that we are in the back to school mode, you may be worrying about whether your preschooler/kindergartener is ready to read or not. Do not panic if you see other 4 or 5 year olds reading and you child does not recognize all his letters. Every child will develop his...
National Immunization Awareness Month
In recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month. the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is highlighting a new series of articles, Medicine Before Vaccines, written by senior pediatricians. These articles will remind parents what pediatric medicine was like...
Back to School!
The countdown for school has begun. There are lots of ways to build excitement about the coming school year. Your enthusiasm will influence your child’s attitude. Take your child shopping for their back to school supplies and clothes and let them pick out some of...