The "terrible twos" can be a challenging time for both parents and children. During this phase, children are learning to assert their independence and develop their own sense of self. While it can be a difficult time, there are things you can do to help...
The cold and flu season can be a challenging time for children and their families. In addition to dealing with symptoms such as fever, cough, and congestion, parents also have to worry about the spread of illness to other family members and friends. Fortunately, there...
Having a long-term relationship with a pediatrician can provide numerous benefits for both you and your child. A pediatrician is a doctor who specializes in the care of infants, children, and adolescents, and they can provide comprehensive medical care for your child from birth through...
It is common for babies to spit up after a meal, and there is nothing to worry about. But sometimes, continued and frequent spitting up combined with other symptoms can indicate that your baby has acid reflux or GERD. In babies, GERD is usually the result...
Colds are a common occurrence among toddlers. Many healthy children catch between 8 and 10 colds and other viral infections during the first two years of their life, where the symptoms last up to 10 or more days. The good news is that the common...
Although it is vital to get quick treatment for your child's fever, in most cases it is not very dangerous, since you should also measure their temperature correctly. Most children might develop a fever after getting vaccinated, which might worry their parents. So, what counts as...
Children can get many vaccines during various developmental periods, especially as infants and toddlers. However, some immunizations can result in side effects, such as a fever. Parents might want to give their young ones medications to relieve them of the fever, but there are complications. However,...
Children with vision problems might find it difficult to focus on their studies or relevant activities. Experts believe that undiagnosed vision problems among children can make it difficult for them to learn new things. So how can parents know about their children's vision problems, and what...
Does your child use a sippy cup? Did you know that it may be his or her time to leave behind their sippy cup and start drinking from an open cup? If you want to know when it’s safe to transition from a sippy cup to...
Have you scheduled your baby's first doctor's appointment? In that case, you need to set some reasonable expectations. Here's a rundown of how you can expect things to go. How will the doctor examine my baby? You'll probably take your bundle of joy for their first doctor's...