Sleep — or lack of it — is common concern for parents. As new parents quickly learn, the well-being of everyone in the household can depend on how well their baby sleeps. And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and leaning problems. What …
I know I’m supposed to put my baby on her back when she goes to sleep, but what if she rolls over in the night or spits up? – Arianne By having your baby sleep on her back, you decrease her chances of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). SIDS, the leading cause of death in babies younger than …
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What Is Flat Head Syndrome? Flat head syndrome usually happens when a baby sleeps with the head turned to the same side during first months of life. This causes a flat spot, either on one side or the back of the head. Flat head syndrome is also called positional plagiocephaly (pu-ZI-shu-nul play-jee-oh-SEF-uh-lee). What Causes Flat …
What Is Bruxism? Bruxism is the medical term for grinding the teeth or clenching the jaw. Many kids have it, but most outgrow it without lasting problems. What Causes Bruxism? Kids might grind their teeth for a few reasons, including: teeth that aren’t aligned properly pain, such as from an earache or teething stress; for instance, …
What Is Bedwetting? Bedwetting is when kids who are old enough to control their bladder pee at night during sleep. It’s a common problem in kids, especially those under 6 years old. Why Does Bedwetting Happen? Doctors don’t know for sure what causes bedwetting or why it stops. But it’s often a natural part of …
The practice of bed-sharing — parents sharing a bed with their infant — is a hot topic. Supporters of bed-sharing believe that a parent’s bed is just where a baby belongs. But others worry that bed-sharing is unsafe. Co-Sleeping, Room-Sharing, and Bed-Sharing Many people use the terms “bed-sharing” and “co-sleeping” to describe the same thing, …
Doctors order urine tests for kids to make sure that the kidneys and certain other organs are working as they should, or when they think that a child might have an infection in the kidneys, bladder, or other parts of the urinary tract. The kidneys make urine (pee) as they filter wastes from the bloodstream, …
Flu viruses usually cause the most illness during the colder months of the year. In the United States, flu season is from October to May. Most cases happen from late December to early March. It’s best to get the flu vaccine early in flu season, ideally by the end of October. That way, the body has time to …
Your child’s doctor can be an incredible resource when you have questions and concerns about your child’s health, but finding time for regular checkups and sick visits may be a stretch for your already jam-packed schedule. The doctor may be overbooked and overscheduled, too, so making the most of your time together is important. What …
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