As parents, we’ve all been there — those exhausting, sleepless first days after your baby is born. Your mind is mush. Getting out of your pajamas is a major accomplishment. Food is an afterthought. In between constant baby feedings, poopy diapers, and taking care of your other kids, cooking a meal is the last thing … Continue Reading →
I loved recess as a kid. When I was a student I went to a Catholic school and we didn’t even have a playground, and yet every day we went outside and played on the asphalt of the church and school parking lot. We jumped rope or played kickball or tag and I loved every … Continue Reading →
Some women who are experiencing significant pain with breast feeding in the first four months may have infants who are tongue tied. When an infant has anklyoglossia (tongue tie) the little piece of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth called the frenulum may extend too far towards the front of … Continue Reading →
In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Pediatrics recently, a scientist from Columbia University found thatgay, lesbian, and bisexual teens were 20% more likely to commit suicide if they were in communities that didn’t openly protect their rights and support them compared to GLB teens in communities with stronger support. Previous data has shown … Continue Reading →
It’s hard sometimes to remember that even the bullies on the playground are just kids. They don’t really get much sympathy from parents, kids or teachers as they are seen hurting other kids physically or emotionally. Over the last couple of years, bullying has entered the spotlight as a problem both on the playground and … Continue Reading →
“Mom,I don’t want to go to soccer!” “I don’t feel well, do I have to go today?” “The coach doesn’t like me.” “All the other kids are really good at this but I’m not. Why should I still play?” “Cub scouts is so boring!” These are all things parents hear from their kids regarding organized … Continue Reading →
I remember my prom, a million years ago…. There was a group of about 20 friends, boys and girls, and we would artificially pair up for the night. Of course some people in the group were actually dating their partners at the time, but either way it was something we all looked forward to and … Continue Reading →
About two years ago, the safety of stimulant medications used to treat hyperactive and/or inattentive kids came under the gun. A study published in a psychiatry journal reported that unexpected cardiac deaths occurred more frequently in kids taking stimulant medications. At that time there was great concern and a variety of responses including a preliminary … Continue Reading →
A reader asks: I have a 6 month old nephew whose head is very flat in the back. His mother has been informed that she can start putting him to sleep on his tummy, but I wonder if more needs to be done. She doesn’t have income or private health insurance and takes the baby … Continue Reading →
Sometime between a baby’s first and second birthday, most are ready to move from two naps to one. The timing of the transition varies but parents can tell their baby is ready to make the switch when he’s consistently going down easily for one nap and not the other. For most kids, they still go … Continue Reading →