Runny Yolks for Kids? What Parents Need to Know About Eggs
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Runny Yolks for Kids? What Parents Need to Know About Eggs

Eggs are a great nutrition source for kids. Parents may wonder if they’re safe for kids if the yolks are runny and undercooked. In most cases, children under age 5 should avoid runny eggs, but can enjoy them many other ways. They’re a great source of choline, iron, zinc, and protein.   Even though eggs have…

Cough Drops for Kids: 2 Things Parents Should Know

Cough Drops for Kids: 2 Things Parents Should Know

During cold, flu, or allergy season, parents look for every possible way to relieve their kids’ discomfort. Especially sore throats! Whether home remedies or something from the pharmacy, options abound. Enter cough drops. They don’t require a prescription. Many adults love cough drops as a quick way to soothe a sore throat. So, can we give…

Why is duck walking part of the sports physical?

Why is duck walking part of the sports physical?

“Do I have to do the duck walk today?” Sometimes a returning high school athlete would ask this as they walked into the room for their sports physical. There are many parts of a sports physical, but the duck walk seems to be more memorable. Every year, across the country school-aged kids participate in organized sports….

How to Improve a Child’s Microbiome with Plants
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How to Improve a Child’s Microbiome with Plants

Let’s talk about a child’s gut microbiome. The gut “microbiome” includes all the bacteria and tiny organisms that live in a child’s gut. And, it influences overall health, not just a child’s gut health. A baby or child’s microbiome may impact brain development and their immune system. It also may also affect their risks for…

Why Do Babies Flail Their Arms? All About Newborn Reflexes
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Why Do Babies Flail Their Arms? All About Newborn Reflexes

Newborns are full of snuggles, wails, and wrinkly skin. They also have a bunch of funny movements. For example, parents may wonder why babies flail their arms out when surprised. These movements relate to the developing nervous system. Newborn reflexes are involuntary movements or positions. And, they begin to develop even before a baby is…

Is Powdered Infant Formula Sterile? What Parents Need to Know About Formula Preparation
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Is Powdered Infant Formula Sterile? What Parents Need to Know About Formula Preparation

Infant formula is a medical marvel. It is safe and nutritious for babies who are unable to drink breastmilk (also known as human milk). Some infant formulas come as powders that are mixed with water for the baby to drink. So, is powdered infant formula sterile? Some parents are surprised to find that the powdered…

How much coffee can you have while breastfeeding?
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How much coffee can you have while breastfeeding?

Is coffee okay while breastfeeding? How about other sources of caffeine? Many breastfeeding or nursing moms ask about coffee, so today’s post will go over the basics. I’ll go over caffeine in breastmilk, how it may affect a baby, and how it may affect milk supply. The take-away: Many breastfed babies do just fine if…

What Actually Helps Treat the Common Cold in Children

What Actually Helps Treat the Common Cold in Children

It’s that time of year. Or, these days, is it always that time of year? Cold and flu season. The season of upper respiratory tract infections. If your little one is feeling unwell, sometimes it’s hard to know what helps and what doesn’t. Today’s post will review the treatments that have evidence and science behind…

A Key Way to Help Language Development in Early Childhood

A Key Way to Help Language Development in Early Childhood

“Ba.” “Oh, you want to read that book?” “Yahhhhh. Ba.” “Okay, let’s read the book.” If you have a toddler, maybe this kind of conversation sounds familiar. To an outsider, it may seem a little silly. However, exchanges like this are one of the best ways to improve toddler language development.  Reading, singing, and narrating…

Information to Help Parents Support Kids in Eating Disorder Recovery
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Information to Help Parents Support Kids in Eating Disorder Recovery

Today’s post is about eating disorders. It’s meant for families with someone already diagnosed. Maybe they’re starting to think about eating disorder recovery. So, before I go on: if you think you or your child has an eating disorder, please see your physician. If you’re not sure, please see your physician. In the meantime, The…