A new study on the age of initial breast development as the first sign of puberty in girls shows that over the last 40 years, this has come down by an average of 3 months per decade. The study is published in the journal Pediatrics. Image Credit: Casimiro PT / Shutterstock Puberty Puberty is a
Designer Manager, Jenny Titchmarsh, from Mothercare talks about the new look for Julian Macdonald’s SMILE collection. With beautiful pastels and gorgeous occasion wear, as well as affordable newborn pieces, we think you’re going to love what SMILE has to offer in the coming season.
Image: iStock IN THIS ARTICLE Mithun Rashi is the third zodiac sign in Hindu astrology, also known as Vedic astrology. The rashi is represented by the “twins,” and it corresponds to the zodiac sign of Gemini in western astrology. Babies born in Mithun rashi are recommended a name starting with the sounds “K,” “C,” “Ch,”
The field of heart failure in pediatric populations has recently initiated more registries and clinical trials. This age group has special concerns and particularities regarding their clinical picture and management. Therefore, multiple disciplines have been involved in the management of heart failure in this age group. The book Heart Failure in Pediatric Patients will solve
Photo: istock Newborn sleep: It’s one of the three main things you think about when you have a baby. (There’s sleep, there’s feedings, and there’s basic hygiene, as in, “How many days ago did I shower? Can I wear a sweatshirt with crusted spit-up on it to the paediatrician’s office? Answer: Yes.) As you’re getting to
An MBA is a popular degree for people who want to run businesses, but for pediatric cardiologist Brett Anderson, MD, MBA, MS, assistant professor of pediatrics at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, the degree helps her focus on improving health quality and outcomes for underserved patients. “Studies have shown over and over
Fran Bailey of NCT talks to us about the key points of expressing breastmilk and the tools of the trade.
Image: iStock Simha Rashi is the fifth Vedic astrological sign represented by a “lion,” and the element “fire.” The sign corresponds to the Leo zodiac sign of western astrology. Those born under Simha Rashi are recommended to have their names beginning with the syllables, “Ma,” or “Ta.” If you are looking for a unique Simha
Photo: Courtesy of Janine Cole One Saturday morning last fall, my marriage ended before I even had a chance to finish my coffee. Our three kids were clearing the table—an onslaught of nine-year-olds were arriving any minute for my daughter’s book club. As our kids stacked breakfast dishes in the kitchen, my husband, Mike, looked
A new Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) study finds that the proportion of high school students identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or questioning (LGBQ) doubled from 2009 to 2017, while the LGBQ teen rate of attempted suicide went from five times the rate for their straight peers to nearly four times the rate.
The ELC bucket playset contains all you need to make your very own sand sculpture. There is a spade and a rake for digging and sculpting and the watering can will allow your to add areas of water to your masterpiece. There is a castle sand mould to add to the scene. All of the
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Oral hygiene is essential for babies even before their teeth erupt. However, it is often neglected as oral care is considered synonymous with teeth care. The New York State Department of Health states that it is important to care for your child’s teeth and dental (oral) health from birth itself.
Death by suicide in children has reached a 30-year high in the United States. During middle and high school, 10 to 15% of kids have thoughts of suicide, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. How early in a child’s life do these thoughts begin? New research from Washington University in St. Louis
The Children’s Learning Institute at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) has received a $3 million grant to teach the latest child development strategies to more than 850 infant and toddler specialists and teachers working in at-risk communities in the Lone Star State. Infant and toddler teachers play a critical role
Whether you’re looking for a rearward-facing car seat for babies, or an infant car seat that will last through the toddler years, knowing the car seat groups to keep your little passenger safe can feel like a tricky business. Here we’re guiding you through the different car seat classifications and fitting options. Products featured: –