Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Hydronephrosis is a common condition in newborns and affects one out of 500 babies (1). It is usually more common in boys than girls (2). It is mostly congenital (present at birth) but may also develop later in life. The diagnosis of hydronephrosis can be prenatal (detected before birth) or
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Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Most babies follow a similar pattern of language and speech developmental milestones. One of the significant milestones that parents look forward to is the baby’s ability to say “Mama” and “Dada.” The journey to this milestone begins with basic communication skills involving cooing and gurgling that most babies can do
Many women who were exposed to severe abuse or neglect in childhood nonetheless manage to feel a sense of wellbeing in adulthood. How can this be? Researchers at the University of Gothenburg, University West and örebro University have jointly explored this question in a study focusing on what generates health, rather than ill health. Knowledge
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Breast milk is often termed “liquid gold” for its exceptional capability to nourish an infant optimally. This nourishment relies on breast milk’s nutritional composition, which is affected by multiple factors, such as the mother’s food choices. While a mother’s food intake affects milk’s quality, it can also affect breast milk’s
If you don’t have the lightning-fast reflexes to nab a Nugget Comfort couch, you can get your hands on one of these just-as-fun alternatives. If you’ve got kids in the house and an Instagram addiction, you’ve likely heard of the elusive Nugget play couch, the unicorn of the children’s furniture world. The versatile, modular sofa lets
Life is beautiful when you have little ones to brighten your days. But parenthood isn’t all fun and games. We have a few parenting hacks that can lighten the load. Click play for some amazing ideas and tricks! Kids can be a bit stubborn when it comes to brushing their teeth, so we’ll show you
Many new mothers with infants want very much to breastfeed as it is the gold standard for early nutrition. What to do when you find out your young child has a food allergy, and you are breastfeeding? A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Does your baby spit up mucus or milk occasionally? This is normal and could be a result of their immature digestive system or poor closure of the valve (pyloric sphincter) at the upper end of the stomach. However, if your baby spits up mucus or clear liquid often, it could
Researchers in Japan have developed the first wearable devices to precisely monitor jaundice, a yellowing of the skin caused by elevated bilirubin levels in the blood that can cause severe medical conditions in newborns. Jaundice can be treated easily by irradiating the infant with blue light that breaks bilirubin down to be excreted through urine.
Having children at least three years apart can help prevent stunting in children, says a study carried out in India. The study, based on data of 223,662 children aged under five in India’s National Family Health Survey-4 (NFHS-4), carried out during 2015—2016, shows that firstborn children were typically taller than later-born children when the time
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Comfort nursing is breastfeeding the baby for reasons other than feeding or quenching the baby’s thirst. While breastfeeding’s primary purpose is to provide nourishment, some babies may like to suckle to soothe themselves. Since the objective is to calm the baby, it is known as comfort nursing. A mother may
I grew up in a religious and conservative household, the youngest of three daughters to a first-generation Ukrainian-Canadian mother and Macedonian immigrant father. Between my home and my community, I had no concept of queerness. I don’t have exact memories of homosexuality being discussed at my Catholic schools, and the omission was damaging; I felt
We all want to keep our phones safe, and the best way to do this is by protecting them with a phone case. Now, finding the right phone case for your beloved device can be tricky—there are so many different colors, designs, and functionalities! That’s why it’s better to make your own; it guarantees it’ll
Vaccination against the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has rolled out in many countries, including the United States. As the number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases continues to rise, vaccinating many people in the population is crucial. Despite campaigns to inform residents of the benefits of vaccines, many are still reluctant to get
A healthy system of gut bacteria, or microbiota, is crucial to health: Gut bacteria not only aid with digestion, but also play an important role in the body’s immune response. Infants, however, are not born with full-fledged gut microbiota, which makes it difficult for them to fight off intestinal infections. Although little is known about
Utah researchers report significant new insights into the development of blood cancers. In work published today in Blood Cancer Discovery, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research, scientists describe an analysis of published data from more than 7,000 patients diagnosed with leukemia and other blood disorders. Their findings provide new clues about mutations
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Hypospadias is a common problem in boys, occurring in one per 250-300 births(1). The condition is treatable, but if left unattended, it may lead to long-term problems, including difficulty during urination. In this post, we tell you about symptoms, causes, and treatment options for hypospadias in babies. What Is Hypospadias?
ARASHI’s Diary Voyage, Episode 24 As the voyage comes to an end, the guys reflect on their final moments as a group before their hiatus, capping off an amazing 21-year run with one last live stream concert. This is the finale episode of this series started in December 2019. Available in March The Yin Yang Master
Gather around, crafters! We’ve put together a video using plastic bottles especially for you. So many of the products we use every day come in plastic containers, so it’s no surprise that we have tons of them lying around the house. But that’s the perfect opportunity to create awesome and useful things. Check out the
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