Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child
Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child

The World Health Organization has issued a warning about the rapid spread of measles around the world, noting a 79 percent increase in cases compared to 2022, with more than 306,000 cases reported last year. As of April 18, 125 measles cases have been reported across 18 US jurisdictions in 2024. As a comparison, the entirety … Continue reading “Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child”

Benefits of Accepting Negative Emotions
Benefits of Accepting Negative Emotions

Negative emotions are an unpleasant and unavoidable part of life. These feelings often stem from the difference between expectations and reality. When negative emotions creep in during holidays, birthdays, and other events where people are expected to feel only positive emotions, anxiety and distress can become enhanced. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. … Continue reading “Benefits of Accepting Negative Emotions”

Benefits of Enforcing Delayed Gratification with Your Child
Benefits of Enforcing Delayed Gratification with Your Child
  • Instant gratification can lead to addiction and depression over time.
  • Delayed gratification sets up your children for future success.
  • Children struggle with delaying gratification; parents need to teach them.
  • Encourage goal setting, patience, and good decision-making with your child.
Supporting Your Expectant Spouse
Supporting Your Expectant Spouse
  • Having a supportive partner can help reduce anxiety and depression levels in pregnant women.
  • Attending as many prenatal appointments as possible shows your spouse that you’re an equal partner in the pregnancy.
  • One of the most important ways to maintain a healthy relationship during pregnancy is by emphasizing and prioritizing open communication.
  • Every pregnancy is different, so it’s important to be flexible and adaptable in your approach to supporting your expecting partner.
Switching From Bottle to Sippy Cup
Switching From Bottle to Sippy Cup

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  • The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends weaning your baby from the bottle before your baby is 18 months old.
  • The longer you wait to wean your baby from bottles, the harder it will be.
  • Using a bottle for too long can lead to dental problems and obesity.
Empowering Independent Toddlers
Empowering Independent Toddlers
  • The right time to potty train is dependent on physical, developmental, and emotional milestones and cues as well as your family’s current situation.
  • It's important to remember that children are all different and their potty training needs can be different, even from sibling-to-sibling.
  • It's not necessary for your chlid to show every "green light," but if you are seeing signals, it may be time to start considering the process.
Help! I Think My Child Is Addicted to Screens.
Help! I Think My Child Is Addicted to Screens.
  • Screen addiction can manifest in many ways and have adverse effects on children.
  • Setting up healthy boundaries can help in weaning children off their devices.
  • Understanding screen addiction and communicating the potential risks to children can help reduce device usage and empower children to choose other activities.
What are developmental milestones, and can I help my child reach them?
What are developmental milestones, and can I help my child reach them?
  • General guidelines may help identify areas of concern in a child’s development.
  • There are many ways in which parents can help their children reach developmental milestones.
  • Resources and assessments are available to help parents gauge their child’s development.
When should my toddler have their first dental visit?
When should my toddler have their first dental visit?
  • Dental care may begin as early as a child's first birthday.
  • The differences between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist.
  • Early visits help prevent dental issues in the future.
Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment
Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment

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  • Hay fever is caused by common allergens like mold, pollens, pet dander, or dust mites.
  • The symptoms of hay fever are often confused with cold symptoms, but hay fever is an allergic reaction and isn't caused by a virus.
  • Seasonal allergies not only make you feel miserable, but they can also interfere with sleep, worsen asthma symptoms, or cause sinusitis or ear infections.

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