Weathering The Teen Years For many parents, the teen years are challenging. Even though you may be doing a good job parenting your teen, there are reasons family life may become more stressful. There are also some things you can do that are helpful.It is important to understand what is happening for teens during this unique time in their lives. The teen years are focusing on several developmental issues:- Who am I? During this time of...more
When a newborn with a GBS infection does not immediately receive antibiotics the results can be disastrous. A Group B Strep infection in a newborn can develop into pneumonia, sepsis, or meningitis. Given a newborn's undeveloped immune system this can produce such long term disabilities as cerebral palsy, seizure disorders, brain damage, cognitive and motor retardation. It can even lead to the passing away of the baby. In the remainder of this...more
The adverse change in the lifestyle of the young today has greatly affected their health and have made them prone to various diseases. Obesity and Diabetes are the most prevalent dilemma children are faced with, making them highly probable to suffer stroke.Recent studies show that one in three children are obese. In America alone, 23.5 million children aged 12-19 are obese, while nearly 10 million children and adolescents aged 6-9 are overweight, and 12% of preschool children are overweight.Studies also show that each year about 15,000 people under 20 are diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and more and more children with Type 2 diabetes. Children who develop Type 2 diabetes are typically obese and/or have a family history of diabetes.Sweets, which were usually given only during special events or occasions to children half a century ago, are now the culprit behind all these. According to statistics the average consumption of sweets and bakery desserts was about 10 servings per week in children ages 5-14 and about 6-9 servings per week in adolescents aged 15-19. Though stroke cases in children are rare (1 in 4,000 infants and 2.3 in 100,000 children ages 1-19), the sudden rise in cases...more
The learning process can be a fun and joyous experience. However, more often than never, children find it hard to cope, handle and manage with the process of studying. As parents, you might think that there is only so much you can do to help your child cope. This is very wrong. There is actually so much you can do to help your child cope up with...more
Pastor Poster Boy for DREAM Act There has not been a dull day in the life of 18 year old illegal immigrant Bernard Pastor for some time now. A devout Christian, Pastor would invest his days volunteering at church and taking up odd jobs. His only fear was deportation back to his native nation Guatemala. This was a genuine fear given that most...more
Taking care of your children's teeth involves few simple steps, which are as follows: intake of proper nutrition, encourage regular brushing of teeth, follow-up with dental floss, and visit dentist on a regular basis.Oral hygiene should start as early as during the infancy stage. Although teeth are absent during these years, hygienic practices must already start. A simple wiping of gums using a clean and moist cloth is enough to prevent accumulation of bacteria, a common cause of dental caries. In fact, you can see a lot of modified toothbrush such as silicon finger brush, flat scraper, and the likes, which are ideal for babies without teeth. As the baby grows older, oral care must be intensified as their teeth are now prone to deterioration. Milk teeth start to erupt and then be replaced by permanent teeth. Based on doctor's advice, the following are some effective ways to maintain a healthy set of teeth:Intake of proper nutritionCaring for teeth does not only mean brushing of teeth. It should start from within through intake of proper nutrition. As much as possible avoid foods high in sugar because tooth decay is mostly likely to happen. Instead, give fruits rich in vitamin C...more
There was a time in our past when doctors would tell parents of children who suffered from physical deformities to wait, "It will go away" or "Leave it alone, making an issue of it will only make it worse." What was this "it" they spoke of? In some...more
Pulse oximeter for obese children Obesity is one of the most common and damaging health conditions in our society today. Americans are fighting this problem of obesity and although it is a tough battle it is a battle that needs to be fought...more
Giving Divorced Fathers More Time with Their Kids The evidence that children are happier and healthier with caring fathers who are active in their lives is overwhelming. Yet Illinois family courts still routinely give divorcing fathers minimum...more
Protecting Your Children from Sex Offenders and Predators Online As a parent, you have to ask yourself: "Is my child safe when they're online?" Don't bet on it. With an estimated one million pedophiles online, you need parental controls to...more
It may look like a vintage Western film, but young kids will frequently involve you in faceoffs, exactly like what happened in the OK Corral. Good child-rearing tips for kids who are 2 to 12 years old will certainly consist of you raising good...more
Houston Hotel Deals on 4-Star Accommodations (free for children)Being one of the top economic power house in the US, Houston doesnt disappoint with their tourist destinations which range from modern to historic. If youre planning a business or...more