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Feeding Kids The Right Way By : Food habits in children help shape their future health as adults. What Comes Under Autism Disorder Spectrum? By : Sandra Kim Leong What makes up the spectrum for autism disorders? Find out in this article. Childhood Obesity Is A Solvable Problem By : Donovan Baldwin When it comes to childhood obsity, kids don't choose to get fat. They are led to it by a lot of factors, not the least of which are the choice of their parents. Here's what's happening and what you can do to help. Kid's Fitness Begins At Home By : Lanny Schaffer, Ph.D-4885 The obesity rate for children and teenagers has more than doubled in the last ten years. This is, in part, due to poor nutrition but also to reduced overall physical activity levels. Many school districts have dropped their Physical Education Programs leaving the burdon on the parents to get their kids up and active. Read on and find out how parents can encourage physical activity in their home and neighborhood and avoid unhealthy sedentary behaviors such as too much TV or computer work. The Benefits of Developmental Toys and Games in Children By : Roberto Bell Toys have always been a great joy for children and a means they use to imitate adults. The Hottest New Trend to Help Your Kids Stay Fit By : Michelle Platt The hottest way for your kids to stay fit is with hip hop dance lessons. They will not only have a blast, but they will get their exercise at the same time. Dance has many amazing health benefits including lowering blood pressure and building strong bones and muscles. Get fit, have fun, and learn the latest dance moves! Child & Maternal Care In An Era Of Chemical Contamination By : iman ashour Learning how simple things like the air you breathe and the food you eat can adversly affect you and your child. Can Children Develope Arthritis? By : Markus Skupeika Learn how to fight the pain of arthritis and how stretching and exercise can help keep arthritis pain down to a minimum. Check online pharmacies to see which ones have the best products on sale for the best price. Calcium's Incredible Importance During Childhood By : Roberto Bell A child needs dozens of vitamins and minerals essential for his growth. Helping Children With Obesity Problems By : David Fishman Obesity in school aged kids is out of control. It is the parent responsibility to establish limits and control the amount of food the child eat, children lack this ability. Children’s Fruit Juice Intake Not All Apples & Oranges By : Chester Ku-Lea Adults aren’t the only ones who have to keep track of liquid calories, children do too, especially if they are prone to weight problems. Parents should be monitoring (as best they can) the amount of pop and sugary drinks kids intake each day, and that includes fruit juice as well. An Australian study puts the spotlight on this issue. ABC Guide to Avoiding Childhood Obesity By : mark goeder-tarant ABC guides, tips and tricks to avoid childhood obesity. Using Coal Tar For Head Lice By : Kaz Allan Is coal tar the easy way to get rid of head lice infestations in your family? It has long been used in products used in the treatment of skin complaints such as dandruff and psoriasis. It is also known to kill head lice when used as a shampoo. Tips On Your Baby's Skin Care By : Low Jeremy Baby skin is actually the purest and the healthiest as all functions are still active and the skin is still well hydrated. There is little damage from sunlight that can be seen and blemishes are non-existent. Of course, damage will eventually be visible as children will most likely play outside under the sun when they grow a little bit older. How To Help Your Child Cope With Eczema By : Louise Forrest Eczema manifestations can be quite unpleasant to look at during flare ups, especially severe ones. In children, they often look even worse because children tend to scratch more than adults do. Kids & Healthy Eating By : Michael Byrd What parent doesn't want their kids to eat healthier? We've all had to bribe, cajole, threaten and manipulate our children at least once, but wouldn't it be nice if we didn't have to stoop to such heavy handed tactics? Here are some tips to help you out. New York Child care By : Shalini Childcare is an act of caring and supervising minor children. It is a tradition in western countries society for children to be looked after by their parents, but the requirement of two-job households refers that childcare is often allotted, part of the time to child minders and part of the time to crèches. Is Eczema Stopping Your Child From Having Fun? By : Louise Forrest Whether your physician says that your child has eczema or Atopic Dermatitis, you will need to know more. It is important for you to know and understand the disease, its symptoms, causes, treatments, and what can be done at home. It is important to know that the disease is not contagious. Is Your Child Suffering From The Pain Of Eczema? By : Louise Forrest You may be wondering about the safety in using current medications for your childs eczema, many parents do. Do You Know About Yeast Infections In Youngsters By : Jerry Cahill You may have heard about Yeast infections or Candida Yeast. Did you know it can affect children too? Can Child Panic Attack Be Deadly and What Are Its Tips and Solutions By : Eddy Kong WW This article is about what the tips, solutions and options to help the parents and the child, when a child has anxiety attacks. Kid Fit By : Lanny Schaffer, Ph.D-4885 Our childrens's fitness levels are at an all time low. For example, over 30% of our kids are obese, few eat a healthy diet and less get regular exercise. Read on to find out what health parameters are of greatest concern and what parents can do to help their kids grow up fit and healthy. Children Can Have Anxiety Too - Treatment By : Matthew Hick As you may know, children often suffer from different forms of anxiety. Help Prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) By : Spencer Hunt Learn what SBS is, and how you can help save a life, through sharing education and assistance. Share this article with someone who may be expecting, or who has a newborn. High Blood Pressure in Children By : Robert Palmer High blood pressure is considered an adults disease. It is called the "silent killer" because there are no symptoms or warnings. Children, however, at any age can also have high blood pressure. Read on to find out some facts about high blood pressure in children and it's prevalence. Protect Your Child From Mr. Germ By : Janet Winter Meet Mr. Germ - a crafty invader targeting everyone from infants to adults. His goal is to make us sick! The cold and flu season is his favorite time of the year, and everyone is a target. Once he finds a 'victim', he can spread his germs from one person to another in a fairly rapid chain reaction. Helping Kids Keep it Healthy By : Adrian Adams Lots of families have a common problem. The little ones just don't want to eat what's good for them! But kids need the correct amount of nutrition every day, especially during those tender years when their bodies and minds are still growing and developing. Safety of Baby Products Gives Peace of Mind to New Moms and Dads By : Chris Robertson In the midst of planning for a new baby, though, new parents often overlook one crucial element of baby products: their safety. Is There An Argument Against Immunization? By : Andi Michaels Normally a baby benefits from the antibodies aquired from the mother's immune system. This aquired immunity last for up to 6 months but there comes a point when all parents have to consider having their baby immunized. A Wiggle is Ill: 5 Ways to Answer Your Kid's Questions By : Lisa Copen Greg "Wiggle" is ill and moms around the world are wondering, "what will I say when my child says, "who is that guy?" to the new Wiggle. The Easy Way to get the Perfect Counselor for your Child By : Mike Shery Every parent wants the peace of mind in knowing which type of counselor is likely to eliminate his or her child's anxiety, depression or acting-out. This article contains all you will ever need to know about getting an expert counselor for your son or daughter! My Child is Autistic and I do not Know what to Do By : Steve Hudson Discovering your child has autism may be a distressing ordeal, and unfortunately, time is of the essence. Who's Responsible for Your Child's Health? By : Michael Byrd Could you possibly be sued tomorrow for what you're feeding your child today? Teen Depression Can Be Beat By : John Savage Just what does cause teen depression, and how does it affect you. Bed Wetting Problem And Products That Solve Them By : George Wood Helping deter your child from having bed wetting problems today and well into the future may depend on the bed wetting product that you select. On the market, there are several products that can help children that are learning to go the bathroom, and also products that can resolve the bed wetting problems by getting over them. Can Having Multiple House Pets Increase Or Decrease The Chance Of Child Allergy Risk? By : Mitch Endick Having multiple house pets actually seems to decrease the allergy risk of children, as long as the children have been exposed from infancy on. Recent studies have shown that children raised in a home with two or more cats and/or dogs in the first year of life are less likely to develop allergic diseases than are children raised without these pets. Pediatricians And Spectrum Development Disorders An Overview By : Josh Stone If one goes only by statistics, it would seem that childhood development disorders are experiencing an epidemic. However, these disorders have been with us always, they just weren't known and diagnosed before. Two Simple Breathing Strategies For Kids By : Eddy Kong WW Learn two simple breathing strategies for your kids. Read on. Two Simple Tips To Help You Identify and Treat Infant Asthma By : Eddy Kong WW Learn how to identify infant asthma using these simple 2 tips. Read on. Can My Child Catch Cat Scratch Fever From My Cat Or Kitten? By : Mitch Endick Is it possible for my child to catch cat scratch fever from my cat or kitten? Is there really a cat scratch fever disease? The answer is yes and yes. Cat scratch fever is a legitimate disease and your child can catch it from your cat or kitten from a scratch or a bite. 3 Little Known Facts You Ought To Know About Child Asthma By : Eddy Kong WW Learn what are the 3 little known facts about child asthma and what solutions are available to them. Could Your Child Have Retinoblastoma? By : Louise Forrest Retinoblastoma is a common eye cancer which usually affects young children. You can usually tell if your child has Retinoblastoma if their photographs turn out showing a visible difference in one eye. Are Computers Harming Our Children By : Irene Sherwood More and more parents are becoming concerned about the amount of time their children are spending on computers. Kids are playing computer games, researching their homework and chatting to friends on their computers. Computers can be an invaluable asset to your child’s life. Make sure that your child isn’t spending too long in a darkened, poorly designed work area or in general spending too long on the computer. Make sure they aren’t spending too much time being isolated without actual contact with others. Fat Consequences In Children By : Mark Kimathi As the world battles with an epidemic that is proving difficult to manage and showing signs of becoming a costly affair, our children are getting caught in the cross fire. Adult onset diabetes, weight loss surgery and weight loss medication for children is not exactly what parent had in mind when planning for their posterity. Child Autism How To Spot The Signs By : John Savage Child autism or autistic spectrum disorder is a syndrome that results from the combination of certain traits in a child. Children with Autism and P.E.C.S. Is It Any Good? By : Alan Yau I've been using the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) with children for a number of years now and have found it to be very useful for some, though by no means, all children. Child Migraine: Early Detection is Vital By : Sandra Kim Leong You may be apt to believe that your child is giving you another excuse for not attending school by complaining of headache pains. But it pays to be alert and to detect early for the well being of your child. Omega 3 For Children By : Margaret Tye Will Omega 3 fish oil really boost my child's brain power? That is the question being asked by many parents who have been hearing the claims made by manufacturers. The Solution for Bed Wetting By : George Wood Each and every day kid bed wetting happens to many kids. It is known that bed wetting is something very common at a child. Also, in most cases, children that are under the age of eight and have problems in making it to the bathroom at night may be one of several in their class to have this problem. Infant Sleep Safety - Lessening the Dangers of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome By : Chris Towland Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (or SIDS) is the greatest recognized cause of death in infants under twelve months of age. This article gives tips for baby sleep safety that can help to reduce the risk of SIDS. 25 Reasons Why Babies Cry By : Thomas Choo The causes of crying extends from simple reasons to life threatening conditions. While it is prudent to investigate every crying, it is also good to know that some babies cry habitually without any real reasons. Preventing Baby Rash By : John Purdy Your baby perhaps has not had a diaper rash lately. But if some tender part of your baby's skin remains wet and warm too long, you are likely to end up alongside a fussing infant brought about by the itchy, stinging, burning, small red bumps that doctors merely call "miliaria rubra." Tummy Ache or Something More Serious? By : Jacob Mabille Children often complain of stomachaches. It’s a common ailment and one that children may experience after eating too much or when feeling nervous about an upcoming event. The Cleft Defect in Infants By : Jacob Mabille On the average, one in every one thousand babies are born with a defect known as cleft lip and/or palate. Guide To Massaging New Born Babies By : Kevin Pederson Newborns simply love to be touched and cuddled. The skin to skin touch helps you and your baby bond, comforts your baby when she is upset or uneasy with gas or colic problems. Hence, touch is a critical part of growth and development. Milk for Your Child's Healthy Mouth By : Minh Nguyen D.D.S. Calcium is important for children's growing bones and healthy mouth. Calcium helps keep the teeth, gums, and jawbones strong. Protect Your Baby From Diaper Rash By : Kevin Pederson Diapers let parents take their babies out without having to worry about them dirtying their clothes. Avoid Allergy Complications in Children With Slow Food Introduction By : Charles Kassotis Why it is important for you to introduce new foods slowly into a young child's diet. How to Protect Your Children From Bird Flu By : Richard Stooker Children are especially at risk for catching bird flu, and so you must take special precautions to protect them during an influenza pandemic. Does Your Child Suffer From Autism? By : Don McKay As parents we all want to believe that our children are perfect and we want the very best for them. How would you feel if you learned that your child suffered from Autism? As a parent of three children I am still in denial after learning that my youngest has characteristics in the Autism Spectrum. Teach Your Kids How To Avoid Catching Cold Sores By : Charles Kassotis Teaching your kids about cold sores will help them practice prevention. Obesity in Children By : Charles Kassotis Children with obesity problems are growing in number. Adults have the responsibility to do all they can to curb these problems in order to make children's lives happier and healthier. Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep? How to Tell and What to Do About It By : Christine Harrell In a nation of sleep deprived adults, it's no wonder that we're raising a generation of kids with sleep problems. Learn how you can combat common sleeping problems among children. Protect Your Children Against Overexposure to the Sun By : Rick Hendershot It does not take much time in the sun to get a healthy dose of Vitamin D. Overexposure is a much more serious problem. Protect Your Baby - Talc Is Extremely Dangerous By : John Morris Before using body powder on you or your baby, consider that not all body powder products are baby-safe. Body powders as well as baby powders, having talc as main ingredient may do more harm to you and your baby than good. 1... What Is A Child Asthmatic? By : Eddy Kong WW This article is to describe and explain what is a child asthmatic and what are the treatments involved. Thomas the Tank Engine and Autistic Children By : Kayla Berringer For most children Thomas the Tank Engine is a fun character and learning partner, however for children with autistic spectrum disorders Thomas the Tank Engine represents so much more. The Snack Food Industry - Our Children's Secret Adversary By : Julian Hall Is the snack food industry really our children's secret adversary or are we just happy with the easy life. 9 times out of 10, what do we bribe our children with when they misbehave? What do we sometimes carry around with us to keep them quiet in public places? What do we promise them for good behaviour? Drugs, or as they are better known, sugary salty fatty snacks. 4 Steps to Preventing Childhood Obesity By : Anne Wolski Unfortunately, obese children often grow up to be obese adults. They are then likely to suffer diseases attributable to this obesity and the economic costs to the community are substantial. There are four main steps all parents must take in order to prevent childhood obesity in their children. Is Alternative Medicine Helpful For Children? By : Emanuele Allenti There are many diseases and illnesses that children have which are difficult to treat. They are difficult to treat because it may be harder to administer the conventional treatments to a child or they may refuse to take their medication. This is where alternative medications and treatments come into place. Self Image and Health - Protecting Our Children By : Nicky Pilkington It is not a surprise to most people that health studies point to popular culture as a perpetrator of body image which has corresponded to the self image and well being of women AND men.

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