Most people think that a baby will automatically sleep when they are tired. However, pediatric counseling specialists reveal that even an overtired baby may not fall asleep quickly. When your child shows the common signs of tiredness including, lidded eyes and a slumped head, you may be confused as to why they still do not [...]
Delayed puberty is a common condition characterized by a lack of sexual maturation by two or more years than the population average. Hormonal imbalances and other illnesses can cause the condition, but sometimes doctors fail to identify the underlying cause. Without an underlying cause, the condition is usually self-limiting. Several studies have been done to [...]
Coughs are pretty common in toddlers. This is because they are exposed to a lot of bacteria and viruses. While most coughs go away on their own, there are instances when your toddler won't stop coughing. This can be worrying, but it's important to remember that exposure to these various assaults helps your child develop [...]
An ear infection occurs when there is inflammation of your child's middle ear. While anyone can get an ear infection, they tend to be more common in children than adults. There is also a link between the throat and ear pain in babies more than in adults. Five out of six children under the age [...]
While most instances of mouth breathing in children might be due to something as simple as a congested nose or allergies, which will quickly clear up, children who are continuous mouth breathers may experience issues such as: Irritability Crying Episodes Cracked Lips Fortunately, there are various options for stopping mouth breathing in children, allowing you [...]
Does your baby suck fingers? Thumb sucking sometimes becomes a thorny issue for parents who unnecessarily worry about their baby sucking thumb. Below we study the issue of thumb sucking, explain when it can become a problem, and recommend steps for parents who don’t know how to stop thumb sucking in their kids. Read this [...]
The majority of parents are well aware that their kids need vitamins, minerals, and other vital nutrients to remain healthy. But it’s not always easy for moms and dads to know what are nutrients that most benefit kids, what daily essential nutrients their children need, and which types of food contain these nutrients. On top [...]
Many concerned parents ask, ‘Does my child need speech therapy?’ It can be very frustrating for parents and teachers alike when they notice communication problems early on. But finding out that your child has problems expressing themselves is important. What signs do pediatricians look for to diagnose expressive language disorder in toddlers and preschoolers? Before [...]
Spring is an exciting time for children. After a winter of being cooped up inside, sunny days and warm weather mean running around outdoors with friends. The warm days of early spring conjure images of rolling down grassy hills, bike rides through the neighborhood, and playgrounds after school. But parents know that spring can bring [...]
When a child is sick, a parent’s first question is typically, “What can I do to make you feel better?” Whether it’s due to fever, aches, and pains, or cold symptoms, often a fever reducer or pain reliever comes into play. The next question is, “What’s the safest and most effective medication I can give [...]
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