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Autism: Early Detection

Parents should ask their child’s family doctor for referral to a developmental pediatrician for assessment if there are concerns with any of the following: Communication Red Flags • No babbling by 11...
It Could Happen to you

It is every parents' nightmare and too many parents' reality. A fire starts and before you know it, it has spread and is raging out of control. The causes are many and varied but, too often the results are the...
Keeping your Teen Safe

The vast majority of high schools are safe places. The chances of serious harm coming to your child in school are very small, although some kids do get hurt at school. There are things you can do to minimize...
Wound Treatment Myths and Facts

Here are some wound treatments myths and facts to consider this summer. To Bandage or not to Bandage Myth: The best way for a cut to heal is to keep it exposed to allow a scab to form. Truth: Use a...
Choosing the Right Car Seat for Baby, Toddler, and Child

Selecting the right car seat can be overwhelming with so many options and manufacturers to choose from. Here are a few tips to help you...
What is your child's physical activity personality?

I like to play team sports. I prefer individual activities. I like to compete against others. I prefer to...
Oral Hygiene Tips for Children

Good oral hygiene is important at every age – but children’s mouths need special attention to ensure healthy teeth and gums. Tips for Children:Begin cleaning children's mouths even before they have...
A Parents’ Easy Guide to Hypnotherapy and EFT

When my oldest daughter was five, she suddenly became afraid of drains; she was convinced she would be sucked down and drown. When she woke up...
Are you ready for a sick day?

”Sick days” are inevitable and somewhat unpredictable when you have a child. Preparing for a sick day when you and your kids are healthy will make dealing with them a whole lot easier especially if...
Picky Eaters

Let's face it; lots of little kids are picky eaters. Most of them outgrow this in time, but meanwhile it can be very frustrating if the picky eater is one of your own children. Questions are always in the back of...
Halloween Safety

From finding the perfect costume to carving the spookiest pumpkin, people put a lot of thought and creativity into Halloween. But it’s easy to overlook some important safety precautions; have a safe and...
The Facts of Lice

I have become a lice "expert". I know their life cycle, how many eggs are laid per day and even how and when the lice mate. I didn't choose to become an expert. Unfortunately, once you‚ve gone...
Medicine and Your Child

Well, it's that time of year again, and into another annual tradition - the cold and flu season. For those of us with kids in school or daycare, there's just no escaping those nasty bugs. Parents often turn to...
Louder Than Words

The moment I opened my eyes that morning, I had an uncomfortable feeling. It was as if my soul had the flu. I hurt inside, but I knew I wasn’t getting sick, so I got out of bed and shook it off as I shuffled...
Middle Ear Infections 101

Autumn is often a new beginning for many youngsters with the start of school, daycare or play groups and unfortunately it is also the start of ear infection season. Many parents have experienced the agony of having...