Pregnancy causes many changes to women’s bodies. One of the most unusual is a dark line occuring on the stomach from the belly button to the vagina. Known as the “linea nigra,” it occurs in many, but not every woman.… read more
Tracy Wright
Ways Dads Can Bond with Their Newborn Baby
The bond between a mother carrying her child typically starts when that baby is in her womb. While the connection between a dad and baby is just as important, it may not begin until the baby is born. Experts say… read more
How to Navigate Toddler Tantrums
Terrible two’s and "threenager" are often terms applied to that toddler age usually associated with the age- old toddler tantrum. Already exhausted parents find themselves frustrated with how to deal with bad behavior from their toddlers. Time-outs are often cited… read more
Gagging in Babies
Most babies are ready to start solids at around five to six months. While this is an exciting milestone, sometimes the transition can be challenging especially when your baby may gag when trying new foods. Why do Babies Gag “Gagging… read more
How to Assess and Treat Crossed Eyes in Your Child
Between the ages of 1 and 4, some children may develop crossed eyes. This is clinically known as strabismus. According to Boston Children’s Hospital, about 2% to 4% of children in the U.S. are afflicted with the condition. Crossed Eyes… read more
Causes of UTIs in Kids and How to Prevent Them
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in adults but can also occur in young children. Unfortunately, the effects of a UTI can be extremely painful. UTIs in kids may also be difficult to identify, and, if not treated early, can… read more
Why Boosting Self-Esteem in Our Preschoolers is Vital
For preschoolers, developing positive self-esteem traits can make a huge impact in their lives, improving attitude, behavior and mental health. Self-esteem is defined as “confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect,” according to PositivePsychology.com. Boosting self-esteem in our preschoolers… read more
Stop the Snark: How to Deal with Sarcasm in Your Child
“Oh wow... I can’t WAIT to hang out with my brother all day.” Parents of tweens and teens... did you spot that? Yup that’s a clear case of sarcasm! Couple that with a classic eye roll, and you’ve just been… read more
How to Manage Body Image in Tweens
Being a tween and teen is a rollercoaster of hormones, emotions and drama. One of the biggest hurdles they face can be related to body image. Social media doesn’t help — with so many messages being about the “ideal” body… read more
Can Ear Tubes Help My Toddler?
We’ve all had kids with ear infections—the pain, high fever and lethargy are awful for toddlers and parents! Unfortunately, some kids are just more prone to getting frequent infections, which can be awfully uncomfortable for toddlers, and even worse, cause… read more
