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Start early. Keep your baby’s mouth clean even before he or she has teeth. Gently wipe your baby’s gums and tongue after feedings. Have your children visit the dentist by the age of 1, so the dentist can make sure their teeth are developing correctly. Have your children start brushing as soon as they get […]
Not so long ago, children would be institutionalized when their behavior exceeded what their parents could handle. They would be sent away from other children and even their own families. In many instances, they suffered from a disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, limited communication skills, persistent repetitive behaviors and even uncontrollable tantrums. Treatment was […]
Every new parent is excited to see the first tooth erupt. There is nothing cuter than a baby’s toothy grin revealing those two bottom teeth. Teething can be accompanied by fussiness and pain but is usually dealt with easily. Remedies include massaging the gums, using a chilled washcloth or spoon, acetaminophen, topical gels — avoid […]
Welcome to sickness season. The early months of the year seem to be a time when children get sick the most, spreading their illness to classmates, siblings and even parents. The best defense against flu, strep throat and a host of other easily spread illnesses is being vigilant when it comes to the simplest ways […]
We’re Having a Baby! What You Need to Know Congratulations! You’re having baby. Creating a new life is one of the most amazing things a woman can do, but, like most things, preparation is key and it starts even before you buy your first early pregnancy test. First, you need to make sure your body […]
Microbes — colloquially “germs” — are the smallest form of life on earth, visible only under a microscope. Tiny but powerful, there are thousands of different bacterial species colonizing the average human body. Additionally, the ratio of human to bacterial cells is roughly 1-to-1. The pathological fear of these microscopic beings is known as germophobia, […]