Category: Kids Health

Childhood behavior linked to taking paracetamol in pregnancy

The research published today in Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology examined whether there were any effects of taking paracetamol in mid-pregnancy and the behaviour of the offspring between the ages of 6 month and 11 years, with memory and IQ tested up until the age of 17. Paracetamol is commonly used to relieve pain during pregnancy

Dr. Spock’s timeless lessons in parenting

The book ignited a revolution, breaking free from conventional wisdom that said children required schedules, discipline and little affection. Instead, “The Common Sense Book of Baby and Childcare,” written by Dr. Benjamin Spock and published in 1946, encouraged parents to think for themselves and to trust their instincts. Spock’s book was a huge best-seller, second

The One Thing That May Actually Change Anti-Vaxxers' Minds

While anti-vaxxers are a relatively small portion of the population, they are growing. Since 2001, the number of unvaccinated kids has quadrupled, which puts not only those children at risk but also anyone around them who is too young or too immunocompromised to receive vaccines themselves. The anti-vax movement is also growing more vocal both

National Sports Day: PV Sindhu to Mithali Raj, 5 women athletes whose parents supported them unconditionally

Indian National Sports Day: Kids need unconditional support from parents and that's what the relationship between these successful Indian women sportspersons and their parents proves. National Sports Day 2019: Most parents encourage sports as an extra-curricular activity for kids but may equally resist if the child prioritises it over academics, especially in case of girls

The Breast-Pumping Solution You Need is Here

Searching for the best breast pump can be a daunting task. No matter how many reviews you read or recommendations from other parents you get, it’s hard to know which model will best suit your individual needs, especially when there are so many pumps to choose from. Well, take a deep breath — you know,

How to tell if your teen is depressed

Teen depression is a serious mental health problem that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities. It affects how your teenager thinks, feels and behaves, and it can cause emotional, functional and physical problems. Although depression can occur at any time in life, symptoms may be different between teens and

Nope, 'Mommy-&-Me' Outfits Aren't Just For Girls

These days, it feels like adorable mother-daughter matching outfits are everywhere. From chic dresses to tiny bikinis to trendy rompers, even down to matching floral headbands, the mommy-and-me matchy-matchy girly-girly options are seemingly endless. But mother-son outfits? Where on earth are they?? Yeah, it’s hard to be a mom of boys when you’ve got a

How My Neglectful Childhood Affects My Children

My husband is a lover… and a yeller. He is thoughtful and understanding; sweet, kind and funny as hell; but his temper is short. When my daughter “acts out,” he immediately raises his voice. Of course, his response sounds harsh — at least on paper — but he does show restraint. His words may be

What acne do against Pregnancy?

Silky hair, soft skin and a fat belly, a pregnancy is supposed to make women beautiful and more attractive: The female hormone Estrogen that the body produces during this time, increasingly slows down the hair loss, the skin stores water, lines and wrinkles disappear on your face. At the same time, the skin is better