An echocardiogram is a type of imaging technology that enables health-care providers to take pictures of the heart for diagnostic reasons. The echocardiogram utilizes sound waves to produce visual images of how the heart is functioning. Your child...
Choosing a bike for children is much easier than selecting adult bikes. With age comes more options and a much broader spectrum of prices. But children grow out of their bikes quickly and only need the basic equipment. The most important aspect is...
Parents who wish to adopt a child have many options for which type of process to pursue. Some parents would like to adopt a newborn in order to parent the baby as long as possible. Others see the need for families for young children and decide to...
Your child’s first year of life was full of rapid growth. Once she enters her toddler and early school years, she doesn't grow as quickly, but nutrition is still as important as ever because her little body has a lot of developing to do....
Every parent worries that her child isn't reaching his developmental milestones. Your pediatrician can help chart your child's growth, making sure there's a steady progression. It's important to remember that each child grows at his own rate, and...
While we expect hair loss to occur with age, it can be quite disturbing when a child begins to lose her hair for unknown reasons. Significant hair loss is not a common occurrence in children, so parents should notify the child's pediatrician if it...
Children learn through play as they strengthen coordination, build muscles and practice cooperation and problem solving. There are countless learning toys on the market, and while most of them will help your child learn important skills, your...
Sometimes children develop unhealthy coping skills and they resort to measures like giving you the silent treatment to gain control, manipulate or emotionally blackmail you. The silent treatment is a common behavior in children -- especially with...
Foot pain is not uncommon in children. This is because the bones in a young child's feet are growing and evolving, making them susceptible to injury. Although playing sports often triggers foot pain, any jumping, running or even weight-bearing...
Premature birth and inherited medical conditions such as eye disease can sometimes interfere with a baby's ability to see. On rare occasions, a baby may require eye glasses at a very young age. A lack of understanding of the situation, as well as...
A challenging aspect of ending your marriage is discussing divorce with your 3-year-old child, according to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Talking to your young child about divorce requires preparation and the use of...
You may feel that your child is constantly eating or asking for snacks or meals. Your young child does not need to eat as much food as you, but she may need to eat more frequently than you do. There are a variety of reasons why your young child...
Sobering statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tell us that over 10 percent of children between the ages of 2 and 5 are considered obese. By understanding your young child's caloric needs, you can encourage better eating.
While some people use an inhaler to treat asthma or the side effects of a lung infection, a nebulizer is the preferred method for treating young children. And some people simply prefer this method to the use of an inhaler if the breathing incident...
Young children begin the learning process through play and other unstructured activities. Encouraging your young child to play, listen to books, and dance to music will start her down the path towards success in school as she gets older. According...
If your pediatrician finds that your young child is underweight, he may recommend different foods to help the child pack on some pounds. As you change your child's diet, make sure she is consistently monitored in order to help her stay in a...
Autism usually appears before the age of 3 with symptoms relating to communication and social interaction. This neurodevelopmental disorder affects approximately 1 in 110 children in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control...
Sending your child to school with a bagged lunch is often a healthier and more economical choice than buying school lunches. However, it can be difficult to pack a lunch that is both healthy and appealing to your child, especially if you have a...
As cute as your child's chubby cheeks can be, you may no longer be looking at baby fat. Young children can gain unhealthy levels of fat by eating more calories than they burn off. Children with weight problems are at risk of being teased, more...
Your young child's self-confidence can increase his expectations of being accepted among his peers and help him to be optimistic about his abilities. According to Texas Children's Hospital, self-confidence can help your child to face new...
Learning to ride a bike is a major milestone in any child's life. It means more independence, more responsibility and, unfortunately, more ways to potentially get hurt. Because of this, it is important that parents and teachers begin talking about...
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, was previously called ADD. However, as doctors started learning more about this condition, the name was changed to ADHD. There are three different types of ADHD: inattentive type ADHD,...
As computer usage increases, younger children are being exposed to computers and computer programs, according to the Clearinghouse on Early Education and Parenting. Many experts agree that computer usage can be beneficial for young children...
Bath time may be your child's favorite play time or the part of the day he dreads the most, but you know that bathing is an important aspect of good hygiene. However, if you don't take steps to keep your child safe in the bathtub, he is at great...
Introduce young children to the world of books, and they will be lifelong readers, full of imagination and curiosity about the world around them. Young readers also become better students, as reading helps to develop speaking and writing skills...
The loss of a pet can be especially hard for a young child. In some cases, your child may not remember life without their beloved friend. When a family pet dies, it's important to validate your child's feelings and allow them to grieve in a...
According to "An Encyclopedia of Natural Healing for Children," common causes of stomachaches include overeating, eating the wrong foods and emotional upheaval, such as anxiety or over excitement. If you or your child is experiencing tummy...
The parent role, relative to physical development, is three-fold. First, it is important to understand normal physical-development milestones of infants and young children. Second, parents must provide an encouraging, safe and stimulating...
Protein is necessary for optimal growth and development. Though the total amount of protein a person requires increases with body size, infants require more protein in relation to their size due to their rapid growth rate, according to the book...
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