It’s what every parent wants: a healthy baby boy or girl. Tragically, for many Americans of new children, that’s not the case. One of the most frightening afflictions affecting newborns is gastroschisis, a condition that involves the baby’s intestinal tract being outside the child’s body at the time of birth. For parents of children with […]
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When we think of massage therapy, we think of it mostly as a way to soothe our aching adult muscles whether we’re lifting boxes all day or staring at a computer screen in an office. While massage is a great drug-free way to manage pain and improve range of motion, it also has benefits for […]
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As an adult, your doctor or dentist has probably told you that you need to get certain checkups regularly to maintain optimal health. These exams include physicals from time to time, including a prostate exam for men by the age of 40, and a pap test for women starting at age 21. Well, your toddler […]
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Once a woman is pregnant, her health is closely monitored. Here are the 10 common tests a woman can expect during those nine months of pregnancy.
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Toddlers love to learn, but because they’re likely not in a formal school setting yet they rely more heavily on you to help them develop their speech skills. Luckily, there are tips and tricks that are entertaining for both you and your child that can help boost language development. These techniques can involve simple games […]
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Each style of parenting can come with it’s own long line of pros and cons, and nobody can tell you which is right for you. You may find you identify and relate with one style of parenting more than others, or a combination of a few.
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