Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Changes in sleep patterns area common phenomenon in infancy. But, sometimes, these changes can be too troublesome for the baby and the parents. Parents may receive friends and family recommendations to add rice cereal in the milk bottle during such times. It is believed that rice cereal thickens formula and
Ever wonder why your child does certain things, as though by instinct? Here are some primitive reflexes your little one has already developed. It’s a moment captured on countless cameras: You touch your newborn baby’s tiny palm and he grasps onto your finger with surprising strength, like he intends to never let you go. Maybe
Babies and asymptomatic cases account for up to half of COVID-19 infections in the under-five age group, which has implications for vaccination programs, a new UNSW study has found. A systematic review and meta-analysis of international COVID-19 literature, led by UNSW Sydney, has confirmed that while children under five years old were likely to recover
There is growing evidence to support the hypothesis that there is a neurodevelopmental component to the late-onset neurodegeneration occurring in the brain of huntingtin gene (HTT gene) mutation carriers, and that this increased susceptibility to brain cell death begins during childhood. Experts discuss the evidence that the HTT gene mutation affects brain and body growth
Dry winter months call for a bathtime routine that takes extra special care of your newborn’s delicate skin. Your baby’s oh-so-fresh skin is actually super delicate—it’s up to 30 percent thinner than an adult’s skin and it loses moisture quickly. This is especially true in the dry winter months when the humidity level drops and
The first day of school is a mix of new experiences for most kids, but Phoenix Washington*’s introduction to kindergarten in suburban Massachusetts left them with an all-too-familiar feeling: the feeling of not belonging. From being asked to sit boy/girl/boy/girl on the carpet to gendered washroom choices, Phoenix (now 12) felt “just really tired of
Some people spend tons of money on kitchen appliances than don’t really work and just look fancy, but today we’re going to show you several that we’ve tried and actually work. They make life so much easier when it comes to cooking and serving food. We’re sure you’ll find something you like, so click play
As children undergo treatment for cancer, they may miss school and risk falling behind in their education. An analysis published in Pyscho-Oncology has examined the educational support programs provided to children with cancer. The analysis looked at several different peer programs, teacher programs, and school re-entry programs. School re-entry programs appeared to provide a promising
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Almond milk is produced by blending powdered or pasted almonds with water and then straining the mixture to get a milky white, nutty-flavored liquid (1). The commercial variants of the milk contain added ingredients, such as thickeners, sweeteners, flavorings, preservatives, and micronutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D. People use
Researchers at the Children’s Medical Center Research Institute at UT Southwestern (CRI) have discovered a new metabolic vulnerability in a highly aggressive form of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). These findings could pave the way for new treatments for patients with mutations in two key genes – KRAS and LKB1. Patients whose tumors contain both
HBO Max’s Love Life became one of my favorite new series of 2020; though it looked to be a run-of-the-mill romantic comedy, it defied these expectations. Anna Kendrick plays Darby in the anthology series (meaning season one is Darby’s story of her growing up and eventually finding the one, while subsequent seasons will follow different
The introduction of computer simulation to the identification of symptoms in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has the potential to provide an additional objective tool to gauge the presence and severity of behavioral problems, Ohio State University researchers suggest in a new publication. Most mental health disorders are diagnosed and treated based on clinical interviews
News-Medical talks to Professor Dipanjan Pan about the development of a paper-based electrochemical sensor that can detect COVID-19 in less than five minutes.Thought LeadersProfessor Dipanjan PanProfessor, University of Maryland BaltimoreUniversity of Maryland Baltimore County What led you to begin this research? The emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has literally changed the way
I got my G1 learner’s licence for the third time when I was 48 and figured I had five years to overcome my fear of the road. But somehow it never felt like the right time to get behind the wheel—never mind take a test. The years ticked by. When I received notice that my
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Cutting your baby’s hair can be a memorable experience. However, trimming a baby’s hair requires practice and a lot of patience. This is because your baby may not be someone who would sit still while you run a pair of shiny scissors or buzzing trimmer over their head. Babies could
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children with disabilities has not received much attention, perhaps because the disease disproportionately affects older individuals. In this special issue of the Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine experts assess the impact of the pandemic on pediatric patients with special needs, their caregivers, and healthcare providers. They also focus
Image: Shutterstock Family names started to appear among Croatians during the 12th century. They generally have five different origins — given names, professional names, nicknames, toponyms, and ethnic designation. They follow complex and unique structuring, lettering, composition, and naming customs, similar to most European naming systems. Most Croatian surnames end with a diminutive suffix, “-ic,”
Some dogs integrate into a family with kids seamlessly. Others not so much. If you’re wondering, “How can I make sure my dog likes my kids?” try these six strategies. If your family welcomed a dog into your family during the pandemic, you’re definitely not alone. There’s been a big spike in purchases and adoptions
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Turner syndrome (TS), also known as monosomy X or congenital ovarian hypoplasia syndrome, is a genetic disorder found only in females. It is characterized by various symptoms and complications, including growth disorders, reproductive system abnormalities, and autoimmune diseases. Turner syndrome is found in one in 2000–2500 females worldwide and is
Babies who suffer oxygen deficiencies during birth are at risk of brain damage that can lead to developmental delays, cerebral palsy and even death. To prevent this, most women in labor undergo continuous monitoring of the baby’s heart rate and receive supplemental oxygen if the heart rate is abnormal, with the thought that this common
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