Preventing ACL Tears: What Does the Evidence Say?
If you talk long enough with most athletes, especially basketball and soccer players, the topic of ACL tears comes up. It's a far too common injury and many wonder if…
If you talk long enough with most athletes, especially basketball and soccer players, the topic of ACL tears comes up. It's a far too common injury and many wonder if…
Is it safe to whiten teeth while breastfeeding? When someone is lactating or breastfeeding, it’s easy to think about every activity and how it affects breast milk. Many people postpone…
Having a baby spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a marathon-type event. It requires stamina, patience, and courage. Really. What happens after the NICU, though? Once…
We've all been there. A child seems uncomfortable and we wonder if they have an ear infection. Could that be what's making them cry? Wouldn't it be nice if just…
If you have wondered whether your baby or child has autism, a first step is often an evaluation in the pediatrician's office. Yes, it can be the same pediatrician that…
If you’ve been advised to have a mammogram, what should you do if you’re breastfeeding? The short answer, according to the American College of Radiology is: The mammogram can still…
Kids need time outside to play. Just how essential is time in nature? What difference does outdoor play make? Today’s post is a collection of statistics and facts about outdoor…
Teething can make some babies miserable! What’s a parent to do for those new teeth and sore gums? Talking to other parents and googling can lead to learning about amber…
If you or your child have ongoing health issues, just scheduling a doctor’s visit is stressful enough. Arriving and trying to explain everything is even harder. How can the appointment…
Wondering what to do to help a baby's physical development? A baby uses gross motor skills when they use their large muscle groups. Think arms, legs, and trunk. So, how…