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How Do I Boost My Child’s Immune System?
First, when people speak of ‘boosting’ the immune system, this usually means to prevent or limit common or serious infections.
At What Age Do Babies Crawl?
Crawling, or any form of locomotion typically emerges between 7-11 months. There are various forms of crawling, from the classic hands and knees to the army crawl, or even the bum scoot. Provided there are no other developmental concerns, babies do not need to perform classic crawling.
What Are Some Healthy Evening Snacks For kids?
Although it is always better to not eat close to bedtime, if your child is really hungry make sure it’s something light that combines a complex carbohydrate and a protein.
How Can Parents Help Kids Handle Teasing and Bullying?
75% of people report having experienced teasing and bullying. Some teasing can be friendly but if the person being teased is distressed, it is a problem. While it is a common childhood experience, it is one that should not go unaddressed.
Are There Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy?
Are there foods to avoid during pregnancy?Yes.There are many foods to avoid during pregnancy. here we discuss most common foods to avoid
Does My Child Have a Cold or Allergies?
(Video Inside) Seasonal allergies and the common cold can be so much alike that it’s sometimes hard to tell the two apart. But look closely and you can find clues about what’s going on. Ask yourself these questions to help figure out if your child could have allergies or a cold:
What is a pediatric occupational therapist (OT)?
Occupational therapy is concerned with promoting independence in activities of everyday life – or ‘occupations.’ Children’s occupations include: reaching developmental milestones, play, self care (eating, sleeping, dressing, grooming, bathing), academic tasks (handwriting, fine motor skills, attention/focus), and socializing.
At What Age Do Babies Sit?
Babies begin to sit anywhere from 4-6 months, with independent sitting emerging closer to 6 months. Babies will often first sit in what’s called the “tripod” position, meaning that the legs are spread wide and the hands are down in front supporting their body.
How Should I Deal With A Picky Eater?
Picky eaters are common. Do your kids know that you are stressed about them not eating? Follow these tips to help make eating more enjoyable for the whole family.
How Do Doctors Test For Food Allergies?
Doctors will then perform a skin prick test, typically on the forearm or back, using concentrated extracts of the food in question. We then wait approximately 10 minutes to see if a wheal or hive forms.
Why Do I Need To Prevent Sunburn?
Sunburns increase the risk of developing other problems, including: -skin cancer -skin wrinkles and other skin blemishes, such as brown spots -cataracts, which can cause problems with vision Also, sunburns can be painful.
What is the difference between Pediatric Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy?
In the pediatric environment, there can be a lot of overlap and similarities between occupational and physical therapy and these professions often work closely together. However, while OTs and PTs work together in various settings and often overlap, they also practice distinctly different therapy practices.