Child Health

Rickets is a disease where a child’s bones become weak and soft. It can occur in children of all ages, but more commonly in babies aged 6 to 24 months, rarely in newborns unless they have the genetic form of the condition. Here are the must-know facts about rickets in babies.  1. Rickets has a wide […]

We live in an increasingly unsafe world. From mass shootings to forest fires, and pandemics, it seems that children nowadays have more to deal with. It’s unavoidable for them to go through their development without experiencing a single traumatic event. Then, as parents, what are we supposed to do? Read on for some tips on […]

The life of a parent is tough and very challenging all on its own, but the added factor of autism in children might make it be a bit more difficult than usual. Behavior-wise, managing children with autism may be more challenging, and parents will need help answering some questions. How do you support an autistic […]

Junk food and behavioral changes? Is there a connection? Tiredness, boredom, and anger can result in poor behavior. It is the same for children as well. However, there is one more reason that can lead to bad behavior among children. The type of food that children eat can also contribute to their inability to behave […]

A breath-holding spell is a condition in which a child stops breathing and falls unconscious for up to a minute. Children may unintentionally experience these spells when they are frustrated or in pain. There are two types of breath-holding spells. They are: Cyanotic spell which happens when the child is angry; Pallid spell which happens when […]

Sleepwalking is more common among adults, but is not strictly restricted to them. Some children may also suffer from this medical condition. Children with sleepwalking, as in the case of adults too, usually get up in the middle of the night without conscious control of their actions. This is commonly seen in children between four […]

Attachment develops when kids are nurtured, cared for, and repeatedly soothed by caregivers. Thanks to attachment, kids learn how to trust and love other people. However, in cases of neglectful behaviors, adults do not provide kids with enough care or do not make an effort to create a strong bond with their child. This results […]

Never force hug your kids! Most people probably remember being asked by their parents to hug or kiss a relative when they were young. This was once seen as an act of affection and respect towards relatives. However, today, parents should think twice before asking their child to kiss or hug anyone. This is in […]

Soft drinks are one of the most favored beverages among both kids and adults. Many of you may have heard about the negative effects of soft drinks on weight gain and blood sugar levels. But do you know sugary drinks can cause early puberty? Recent studies by the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public […]

It is impossible to protect children from talking to strangers all the time. They will need to be sent to school and will also take part in co-curricular activities with friends. At a certain age, they will become independent. It is essential for parents to teach them about proper behavior and what to do if […]