Monthly Archives: July 2010
Walt Disney Movies for Fall
Need something to put a smile back on your face as barbeques, pool parties, and lazy beach days wind down? Summer fun may be coming to an end, but there’s much to look forward to this fall. As previewed at … Continue reading
Obesity in Pregancy and Birth Defects
Obesity in Pregnancy May Up Risk of Some Birth Defects To the long list of risks associated with obesity, add a wider than expected range of birth defects that are more likely to occur in babies born to obese women. … Continue reading
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Diabetes in Children, What is it?
Was your child just diagnosed with diabetes? Looking for a refresher on the basics? Find out what you need to know about diabetes. —————————————————————— Need to send a welcome new baby gift basket? Visit Shop The Gift Basket Store for … Continue reading
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What is a Blood Chemistry Test
Doctors order basic blood chemistry tests to assess a wide range of conditions and the function of organs. Often, blood tests check electrolytes, the minerals that help keep the body’s fluid levels in balance, and are necessary to help the … Continue reading
What is a Prenatal Test
Every parent-to-be hopes for a healthy baby, but it can be hard not to worry: What if the baby has a serious or untreatable health problem? What would I do? Is there anything I can do to prevent problems? http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/medical/prenatal_tests.html … Continue reading
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What is a CBC Test – Complete Blood Count for Children
The complete blood count (CBC) is a common blood test that evaluates the three major types of cells in the blood: red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. ——————————————————————- Need to send a welcome new baby gift basket? Visit … Continue reading
Medical Tests for Children
Taking a medical history and performing a physical examination usually provide the information a doctor needs to evaluate a child’s health or to understand what’s causing an illness. But sometimes, doctors need to order tests to find out more. ———————————————————- … Continue reading
Kids and Cliques – Feeling left out
Your 10-year-old daughter comes home crying because the girls she’s been friends with are suddenly leaving her out and spreading rumors about her. She’s confused because it seemed to happen out of the blue. She doesn’t know what she did … Continue reading
Developing Your Child’s Self Esteem
Healthy self-esteem is a child’s armor against the challenges of the world. Kids who feel good about themselves seem to have an easier time handling conflicts and resisting negative pressures. They tend to smile more readily and enjoy life. These … Continue reading
Toddlers and Discipline
Are there any parents who haven’t felt complete and utter love for their toddler and, at the same time, frustration and anger? click here for more info. Our beloved little ones test our nerves because they’re testing boundaries all around … Continue reading
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