admin on December 16th, 2008
More and more children, even tiny tots, are now accompanying their parents on long journeys and adventure tours. In principle, there is no reason why they shouldn’t. However the vacation should be adjusted to the age and the abilities of these little tourists. Children are more susceptible to ... Read More
admin on November 16th, 2008
McCarthy is the author of the book “Louder Than Words: A Mother’s Journey in Healing Autism.” I recommend any one who is going through this same ordeal to pick up this book. It was such a good read and definitely helps others facing autism cope. An excerpt from her book says, &... Read More
admin on October 17th, 2008
Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs) refers to a group of developmental conditions that affect children and involve delays or impairments in communication and social skills. Autism is the most well-known of the PDDs, so PDDs are also known as autism spectrum disorders. Signs of a PPD Symptoms ... Read More
admin on October 17th, 2008
Head lice can be a parents worst nightmare and can strike any child at any given time. However, the most common way for a child to catch head lice, is at their school. When children play together in such close areas, it is easy for lice to go back and forth between hosts. Signs Your Child has Hea... Read More
admin on October 13th, 2008
Next to the common cold, ear infections are the most commonly diagnosed childhood illness in the United States. More than 3 out of 4 kids have had at least one ear infection by the time they reach 3 years of age. About Middle Ear Infections Inflammation in the middle ear area is known as otitis me... Read More
admin on October 8th, 2008
Some parents believe the flu is a stomach bug. While children may have nausea and vomiting with flu, the key influenza symptoms in children include a high fever, chills, body aches, and a dry hacking cough. Causes: The flu is caused by one of three types of influenza viruses. TypesA and B ... Read More
admin on October 6th, 2008
If you focus on the “4H” approach, you and your child/children shouls have no problem preventing and treating a common cold. Hand washing- Conscientiously washing your hands after exposure to anyone with a cold will reduce your chances of being infected. Hydrate- Drink plenty of fluid... Read More
admin on October 3rd, 2008
Chickenpox is a common illness that causes an itchy rash and red spots or blister (pox) all over the body. Chickenpox are commonly found in children, but most people will get them at some point if they haven’t received the chickenpox vaccine. If you have a healthy child, chickenpox are usuall... Read More
admin on October 1st, 2008
Sneezing, scratchy throat, runny nose — everyone knows the first miserable signs of a common cold. But what is a common cold really? What causes you to catch colds frequently while your best friend stays well? And more importantly, how can you prevent getting a cold this season? Here are so... Read More
admin on September 20th, 2008
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can be spread through contact with infected saliva. When an infected person sneezes or coughs, moisture droplets spray in the air. The virus is then spread through these droplets allowing the virus to infect others. Following exposure, there is an incubati... Read More
