Summers are becoming hotter and hotter with every passing year. Because of that air conditioners have become a common household item now a days. But parents usually have a lot of concerns about using AC for their kids like Is it safe to use AC for new borns ? Does AC usage really cause …
Sun is the major source of energy for all living organisms on earth. In India we worship sun God and do suryanamaskar on one hand and talk about protecting from sun exposure on the other. There is no doubt that sun exposure is very important for Vitamin D production, maintaining sleep wake cycle and for …
SUMMER HEALTH TIP 1 – HOW TO PROTECT YOUR KIDS FROM SUNBURNS? Read More »
Do kids really need sun screens? The answer is a definite yes. Using sunscreens on a regular basis, protects against squamous cell skin cancer by 40 % and melanomas by 50 %. Just 5 episodes of sunburn under 18 years of age is enough to double the incidence of melanomas. The fact that kids need …
SUMMER HEALTH TIP 2 – HOW TO CHOOSE AND USE SUNSCREENS FOR KIDS ? Read More »
Constipation is a common health problem that your little ones face during their developmental phase. It is as common as 30% in paediatric age group. That means, almost every third child is constipated at some point of time. It may not be a major health issue, but it is definitely distressing both for the child …
CONSTIPATION IN KIDS – SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE WAYS TO AVOID AND MANAGE IT Read More »
Toilet training is an important step during a child’s development. Doing it at the right time and by right means is the secret to its success. Any mistakes during this training period, might result in constipation and other health issues. What is the right age to potty train a child? There is no definite age …
How to successfully toilet train your child – Dos and Don’ts during potty training Read More »
Gripe water is a common over the counter preparation used for infants in many households in India. This number is as high as 64 % as per studies. Is gripe water really useful? Is it ok to use it on babies? Let us see in detail about gripe water usage in infants. What is gripe …
Strep throat is perhaps one of the most dreaded illnesses your child can catch. But wait! Do they have strep or just a garden variety sore throat? It can be tough to tell, especially in the early stages of strep. Fortunately, we’ve broken down signs to look for and steps to take if your child …
What to Do If You Think Your Child Has Strep Throat Read More »
When your child is diagnosed with ADHD, it’s not uncommon to feel frustration and maybe a little anxiety about helping your child adjust. ADHD is a life-changing diagnosis for your child, but it doesn’t have to be a scary one. Your child can benefit from seeing an ADHD specialist so they can do their best at home, …
Pediatric ADHD: Why Your ADHD Child Can Benefit From Seeing an ADHD Specialist Read More »
Meet Jackson. Jackson is an 11-year-old boy who was recently diagnosed with dyslexia. The difficulty he has faced while learning to read has been a challenge. Fortunately for Jackson, he has a very supportive family and a great pediatrician who are all doing their best to help him adapt and find solutions. Jackson is now …
Meet Jackson. Jackson is an 11-year-old boy who was recently diagnosed with dyslexia. The difficulty he has faced while learning to read has been a challenge. Fortunately for Jackson, he has a very supportive family and a great pediatrician who are all doing their best to help him adapt and find solutions. Jackson is now …
