Type 1 diabetes is a serious illness, and it is becoming more common among children in the United States. This is especially among non-Hispanic Blacks, Hispanics, and Asians/Pacific Islanders. What if we could tell a child had type 1 diabetes before they actually got sick? For some kids, it might be possible! Today, I’ll review…
More kids today are nearsighted than a generation ago. Is there anything we can do about it? Today, I’ll review some of the more recent research about whether parents can help lower their kids’ risks of nearsightedness. I’ll discuss how spending time outdoors may help, and think about whether changing “near work” habits may make…
Many parents worry about their child’s development. I’ve been asked to write more about children’s developmental milestones and “when to worry.” It’s a common concern and seems to cause a lot of anxiety. When we refer to developmental milestones, we’re talking about a list of things most children eventually learn. We know at which ages…
If your child is mobile, it’s time to think about making your home as safe as possible. Today, we’ll focus specifically on preventing accidental poisoning at home. In other words, we’ll discuss how to keep dangerous chemicals out of their mouths and bodies. I’ll focus mostly on adults modifying their behavior as well as a…
Many kids watch television at some point. Although the AAP recommends less than 1 hour per day of screen time (for children aged 2-5), it doesn’t mean that any screen time at all is “bad.” There can be many benefits, including parent-child bonding, early literacy skills, school-readiness, and cultural awareness. This post offers some ideas…
There’s a lot to say about obesity in children. It’s unquestionably important. For many, it’s also a really emotional and sensitive subject. But we do have to talk about it. Obesity impacts children’s health. Defining and understanding how we measure obesity in kids is a necessary first step. Today, I’ll talk about body mass index…
Disclaimer: This is for information only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of…
Spending time outside is great for kids’ health. Whether it’s their immune system, eyesight, muscles, heart, or lungs, being outdoors improves almost every aspect of their bodies. It’s important for mental health too. Sometimes, we need to make an extra effort to get out the door or to make the outdoors more satisfying. If that’s…
Maybe you’ve seen the headlines by now. There are toxic heavy metals in prepared baby foods. Even in organic prepared baby foods. The headlines are doing their job. We gasp. We click and we read. Hopefully, though, we’re not also feeling more afraid. This is why I wanted to write today. These headlines are not…
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