Snoring occurs when air vibrates against the tissue at the back of the throat. Snoring in children may occur on its own, called primary snoring, or as a result of a sleep disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. You should consult to a...
Conversing with children is not the same as talking with an adult. Children start learning verbal language at 6 months, and development continues through 8 years of age according to the Child Development Institute. It's important that you converse...
About 12 percent of American children used some form of complementary or alternative medicine in 2007, says the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The parents of these children tend to use these treatments themselves, have...
AIDS, which stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, is a condition caused by an infection with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. This viral infection attacks the immune system and gradually depletes it, though cases of full blown AIDS in...
Melatonin is a hormone produced by a small conical structure in the brain. Synthesized and released after the sun sets, melatonin stimulates and regulates sleep. Synthetic melatonin is marketed as a dietary supplement. Commonly used as a sleep...
Most children occasionally receive some form of income stream during their lives. This could be in the form of an allowance, cash gifts from birthdays or holidays, or income earned off small jobs. This money can be used in different ways, but some...
It can be hard to watch children in pain. Most pediatricians advise parents to give their children Tylenol, or acetaminophen, to combat pain and fever. It is necessary to give the proper dosage, however, because it can be dangerous to give a child...
As parents know all too well, many children have an aversion to the word "bedtime." For some children, however, difficulty sleeping qualifies as a genuine sleep disorder and can cause irritability, fatigue and poor focus during the daytime....
More and more, children are being taught yoga as means to offset the stress of living in a hectic, technologically driven world. The reduction of physical education in school, the strong interest kids have in video games and the Internet...
In "Bread and Jam for Frances," by Russell Hoban, Frances' mother allows her to eat bread and jam at every meal when Frances stubbornly refuses to eat anything else. After two days, Frances breaks into tears and asks for the spaghetti and...
Bruising occurs when the soft tissue composed of blood vessels becomes damaged and results in a bluish discoloration of the skin. A bruise appearing occasionally on your body is quite common. However, excessive and unexplained bruising can cause...
Through art, children express themselves and illustrate how they view the world around them. Art plays an invaluable role in a child's emotional and mental development by encouraging creativity, helping to develop motor skills and providing...
Kickboxing, a blend of kicks and boxing punches, offers children a full body workout. Like traditional martial arts, kickboxing incorporates different types of kicks, designed to strike an opponent's body. Unlike other martial arts, kickboxing...
Selfishness can be a significant impediment for children as they learn how to effectively interact with parents, siblings and classmates. Selfishness is not a reflection of bad parenting, but parents can help transition their children out of a...
L-glutamine, or glutamine, is an amino acid that is important for human health and is commonly found in meat and dairy products, as well as spinach, parsley and cabbage. Glutamine is also available as a nutritional supplement that is found in...
As children grow, they rely on adults to guide them in a positive manner. Children look to adults for nourishment and protection as they develop. A daycare where a child is embraced for being who she is, in a safe environment, is something every...
Establishing boundaries for children is key, both for their individual development and to help avoid chaos and discord within the family. Setting boundaries means establishing rules of behavior and limits about subjects ranging from computer and...
Acupuncture is a form of treatment that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. TCM teaches that energy flows throughout the body and that imbalances in that energy flow cause illness. In acupuncture, practitioners...
Physiotherapy helps to improve the motor skills of children suffering from conditions that limit their movement and coordination. This form of therapy is also for individuals that have irregularities in areas of their brain that control muscle...
Parents are often concerned about what their children eat and how much they eat. Yet food is typically the last thing on a young child’s mind. Children love to spend most of their time playing, so eating can seem to them like a mere...
Megacolon is a condition in which the colon is abnormally dilated in a short space of time. Toxic substances build up in the intestines and can cause bowel perforation. In children, megacolon can be caused by several underlying conditions...
Children and sea sickness are one of the big mysteries of raising kids. While some kids have stomachs that seem to be made of iron, others are nauseous at a moment's notice. Sea sickness and children can be a bad combination. Sickness like this...
As children grow and develop, there is an extensive network of hormones and body systems that drives the growth and works to create an environment conducive to development. One hormone, TSH, can cause havoc on children if it doesn't do its job...
Every child deserves the right to be raised in a safe and nurturing environment. Getting a good education and receiving support from educators and parents will help a child reduce the risk of failing in school or turning to drugs and violence for...
Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a group of behaviors that cause an individual to have difficulty paying attention, following directions and staying organized, according the American Academy of Family Physicians. Children with ADD may encounter...
With roughly half the marriages in the United States ending in divorce, divorcing with children is not uncommon. In most states, the best interests of the child are paramount in terms of the court's decision-making; however, the criteria used in...
Lutein, an antioxidant found naturally in fruits and vegetables, helps maintain your and your children's eye health. Since children only need a small amount, which is easy to get through a well-balanced diet, you typically do not need to worry...
Hypoparathyroidism is a condition in which your parathyroid glands do not produce enough hormones, called parathyroid hormone or PTH. Your parathyroid glands are located in your neck and regulate your levels of calcium, vitamin D and phosphorus....
Tiredness in very young children is normal, particularly if they rely on naps during the day to recharge their batteries. Any parent can tell you the surest sign of nap time is a child who's ready to fall asleep wherever she happens to be, whether...
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