Preparation. It’s the key to a smooth childbirth. Whether you’re a new mom finding comfort in the structure of a birth plan, a dad-to-be learning how to console his wife during labor or even the doctor in charge of delivery,…
When Carter Jacobus learned he had to go to the hospital for the first time, it was a scary prospect for the 8-year-old. But the experience turned out not to be so frightening, thanks to several hospital staff members who…
In the interconnected world we live in, bullying doesn’t stop at the playground. It’s happening 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and the teen population is especially vulnerable. Cyberbullying affects about 25 percent of teenagers and occurs when…
With the recent outbreak of measles across the United States, there has been a wealth of information published about the measles…and unfortunately some misinformation. Read on to learn what everyone should know about the measles. Is measles really that big…
Raising a child with ADHD is tough. If you feel overwhelmed with helping your child succeed in school you are not alone. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is one of the most common mental health disorders of…
Dr. Ekta Basnet, a pediatrician with Memorial Physician Services, answers a few frequently asked questions parents have about vision problems in children. Q: What are some common vision problems and symptoms in kids? DR. BASNET: Hyperopia (far-sightedness) and myopia (near-sightedness)…
This is second in a two-part series on the important role consistency plays when raising children with ADHD, as part of October’s ADHD Awareness Month. Read part one. Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be challenging for the…
This is first in a two-part series on raising children with ADHD as part of October’s ADHD Awareness Month. Read part two. ADHD – an acronym may parents and teachers know well. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most…
Raising a child with behavior issues can be challenging. There can be tantrums, disrespect toward parents and teachers, disregard for rules and refusal to do what is asked. Parents can become frustrated and unsure of what to do to help…
It is no secret that in the last 10 years much emphasis has been placed on better nutrition in schools. Today, schools are at the forefront for addressing the urgent need for improved nutrition and physical activity. Of all the…