Category: Pediatrics
Child Safety and Over the Counter Medications
Over the counter (OTC) medications are medications that can be purchased without a prescription. However, this does not mean that they are harmless. When it comes to treating children with a cough, cold or the flu, parents need to be aware that some OTC medications are not safe for children of certain ages and/or weights. […]
Road Trips and Kids-Survival Tips
Small children frequently like the idea of a car trip better than they like the reality. They love to go somewhere. They just hate the process of getting there. It’s hard for them to sit still. They can only sit beside a sibling for so long before a squabble breaks out. Their sense of time […]
Questions to Ask if you Suspect Your Child is Using Drugs
If you think your son or daughter might be taking drugs, it’s important to know what questions to ask yourself. Here are some suggestions: Has there been a change in who your child is spending time with? Has his or her group of friends changed, with old friends suddenly “out” and new friends, especially unfamiliar […]
Could my teen have anorexia?
Are you worried that your teen may have anorexia? If so, have a healthcare professional examine your child’s body weight or body mass index. If it is more than 15% below normal, anorexia might be a possibility. Don’t assume that a son cannot develop anorexia. While it is much more common in women than in […]
DIY Sensory Table Teaches Color and Fine Motor Skills
Most small children love messy fun. Most parents prefer neat fun. A simple DIY sensory table is the best of both worlds. To make your own sensory table, take a rectangular plastic container, such as an under-the-bed storage box, and place it on a low table. Fill it with a medium that children will enjoy […]
Key for Coping when your Child is Hospitalized
Few events in life are as stressful as having a child in the hospital, especially if the stay comes at the end of a trip to the emergency room. You may not really understand what is wrong or even whether it can be fixed. You rarely know how long your child will be there. There […]
Good “Sports Parents” Teach from the Stands
Youth sports are a great way for kids to develop the habit of healthy physical activity while learning important social and emotional skills. Dealing with failure, developing realistic expectations and learning the benefits of striving for success are only some of the benefits of participating in individual or team sports. The lessons parents teach from […]
Building Trust Helps Parents Spot Cyberbullying
No one wants to see their child become the victim of a bully. “Cyberbullies” are bullies who act on social media platforms over text or apps using digital communications. Because they are acting online, in areas many parents cannot observe, cyberbullies can be difficult to detect. In many cases parents must depend on their children […]