It’s natural for infants to suck their thumb or fingers, or a pacifier. For many babies and young children, the habit helps them feel secure and safe, especially in unfamiliar environments, and may help them [Read More]
During your baby’s first year, you’re going to be spending quite a bit of time with your child’s healthcare provider. Take steps before your baby arrives to choose a doctor who you feel comfortable with [Read More]
But sometimes we reply on friends and family to give us other suggestions about what they know to be good and what THEIR favorites are. You may be introduced to a favorite by word of [Read More]
In many parts of the country, tornado warnings and threats are commonplace in the spring and the early summer months. Many people have experienced an active tornado in their communities firsthand, watching the physical devastation [Read More]
Let’s face it – being a teenager is hard. Puberty is hard. Throw in some medical or behavioral issues, and it is even harder. Most parents and grandparents would agree that things are much tougher [Read More]
Sometimes it can be hard to tell when a child requires urgent medical treatment or if the concern can wait. Dr. Sam Strachan, a pediatric emergency fellow at Children’s of Alabama, says the ER at [Read More]
Before stocking up on bottom balm and lavender baby wash or other skin care “essentials” for your baby registry, read up. We asked experts from the Society for Pediatric Dermatology for the dirt on the [Read More]
Visiting the dentist can often come with various challenges, but routine dental care for children with special needs is essential. “There are lots of ways to help children have successful visits, but we always try [Read More]
Since it first started, KultureCity has been doing everything it can to make those with special needs more comfortable in public places. The nonprofit organization has worked with sports arenas, zoos, science centers, museums, and [Read More]
Some people wake up each morning refreshed, bright-eyed and ready to take on the day. Others slap the snooze button repeatedly, and drag themselves begrudgingly from a cocoon of blankets. Whether you embrace the morning [Read More]
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