The decision to start or grow a family after the age of 35 can be exciting and incredibly rewarding. But it can also bring concerns about one's biological clock or physical health. For women considering or beginning their journey into… read more
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Baby Sleep Safety: Safe Practices, Sleep Training & What Works
Nights can be some of the most challenging and stressful times for new parents. Many hope for a baby that sleeps peacefully through the night, but that is often not the reality. From tips on safe sleeping practices to methods… read more
Preparing For Your Baby’s First Dental Visit
It may not seem important to think about your child’s first visit to the dentist when they are still cutting their first teeth, but that’s exactly when the American Dental Association says you should start to consider it. In fact, both The… read more
How Early Food Introduction Can Help Prevent Allergies in Babies
Allergies can feel especially frightening when you have a newborn at home. Many parents worry that their child might have an unknown allergy or could develop one as they grow — often leading some parents to introduce common allergens like… read more
Balancing Pet Ownership and Allergies
“Mom! When are we getting a dog?” If just hearing that phrase makes your sinuses hurt, your eyes water and your throat swell, you are not alone. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, as much as… read more
Got Milk? The Growth of Calcium Deficiency in Children
Calcium deficiency in children is a growing trend worldwide, including in the United States. A study published in the journal Pediatrics showed that most children over 8 years old do not get a sufficient amount of calcium, which could increase… read more
Why Recess Matters
In this fast-paced world that is pushing academic excellence at every turn, traditional school activities like recess and physical education (P.E.) have often taken a back seat to classroom learning. With school hours limited, the choice to increase academics and… read more
Healthy Lunch: Low-Sugar Options for Your Child’s Lunch Box
When packing your child’s lunch, it’s often a challenge to find a balance between what’s healthy and what they will actually eat. Here are some kid-friendly ideas to help you pack a healthy low-sugar lunch for your child that will… read more
Understanding Ulcers in Children
“Ulcer” makes you think of overworked, over-stressed adults. While it may not seem like stomach ulcers are something kids would have to worry about, an Italian study found that the incidence of ulcers in kids in the U.S. was over… read more
Is it Peanut Butter Time? Introducing Peanuts to Your Children
Over recent years, recommendations about when to introduce highly allergenic foods has been a moving target. Parents want to minimize risks of their children developing a life-threatening allergy and figure out when they should introduce peanuts. Current recommendations may surprise… read more
