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Child Care: Tips For A Sound Sleep For Kids
Kids think that they are going to miss out a lot when they go to sleep. This makes sleeping time a little difficult for some parents. Send your kids to bed in a breeze by following these easy steps.
Parents Unaware of Risks of Tiny Batteries
Tiny "button type" batteries found in everything from vibrating teethers to musical touch-and-learn baby books present big dangers to young children, but parents and doctors are sorely undereducated about the topic.
Baby Gear Can Clear One Confusion for First Time Parent
Baby gear is essential for the safety of your child. This can be frustrating for a new parent to buy car seats. This article guides such parents so that they can decide about what to look for and what
Keratosis Follicularis
Important It is possible that the main title of the report Keratosis Follicularis is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...
Tachypnoea in a Well Baby: What to Do Next?
This article outlines a management approach to a term baby with tachypnea in an outpatient setting.
Hip Dysplasia: Caring for Your Child in a Body (Spica) Cast
Spica casts, also called body casts, are frequently used to treat children who have hip or leg problems, such as developmental dysplasia of the hips (DDH). You may be nervous about having a child in a spica cast. It can be confusing and overwhelming to be responsible for the care and cleaning of the
Constipation in Children
Constipation refers to any infrequent bowel movements. In his article "Constipation in Children," Dr. Robert Ferry Jr. says, "Constipation occurs commonly in children, affecting up to 10 percent at any given time." However, as a parent, you need to know why your child is constipated and how to help.
The Role of Prebiotics and Probiotics in Childhood Infection
Can probiotics prevent pediatric infection? What does the evidence say?
Baby Products 101
Most parents know the basic baby products. It is quite common to see the five essentials at home, namely, the crib, playpen, baby chair, stroller and car seat. A newborn most likely already has all th
Before Three Years Old, Child Study What?
Before the age of the child should be allowed to develop to their nature, they want to learn what to learn. Parents should actively provide guidance in action.
Pediatric Severe Sepsis: Current Trends and Outcomes
Learn more about the characteristics and outcomes of PICU patients with severe sepsis.
Managing Iatrogenic Opioid Dependence with Methadone
Iatrogenic opioid dependence has been recognized in critically ill children for more than 20 years, but its scope has yet to be fully understood
Remifentanil Use in Infants and Children
Remifentanil is commonly used as a component of general anesthesia in infants and children, and now has the potential to be of benefit in procedural or postoperative analgesia.
Plum & Apple Compote with Vanilla Custard Recipe
Plum & apple compote with vanilla custard recipe from WebMD
Emotional and Social Development, Ages 12 to 24 Months-Topic Overview
Toddlers form strong emotional attachments and often feel uneasy when they are separated from their loved ones. Around the same time, toddlers typically want to do things on their own or according to their own wishes. This sets the stage for conflict, confusion, and occasional breakdowns. Toddlers t
Use of Atropine in Infants and Children
The role of atropine continues to evolve in pediatric medicine. What should it be used for and how safe is it for this patient population?
The Best Cloth Diapers for Large Infants
Cloth diapering is not what it used to be and has come a long way from rubber pants and diaper pins. There are many more options to choose from now. There are many benefits, such as cost savings, in using cloth diapers for a large infant. Expectant Mother's Guide explains that over 27 billion dispos
Cystinosis
Important It is possible that the main title of the report Cystinosis is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...
The Baby Blanket---A Necessity or a Nuisance
In this day and age of polar fleece and cute little infant caps and clothing, does the baby really need a blanket? There are many types of baby blankets used for multiple purposes as the child grows.
Child Safety: Preventing Drowning-Other Places To Get Help
OrganizationCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)1600 Clifton RoadAtlanta, GA 30333TDD: 1-888-232-6348Email: healthyswimming@cdc.govWeb Address: www.cdc.gov/healthyswimming The CDC Healthy Swimming website provides tips and fact sheets to help people reduce the chances of getting an ...