Mothers need more 'exclusive breastfeeding' support, study says

by University of TokyoInfographic based on the WHO and UNICEF's Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding. Credit: 2023, Nicola BurghallExclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life is

Updated on: May 13,2024

Mothers need more 'exclusive breastfeeding' support, study says

by University of TokyoInfographic based on the WHO and UNICEF's Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding. Credit: 2023, Nicola BurghallExclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life is

Updated on:May 13,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: How can parents talk to their children about mental health issues?

by Dr. Jeffrey D. Shahidullah and Dr. Rebecca A. BaumCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: What are the best ways to talk to my children about mental health concerns, and should I bring this up with their pedia

Updated on: February 24,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: How can parents talk to their children about mental health issues?

by Dr. Jeffrey D. Shahidullah and Dr. Rebecca A. BaumCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: What are the best ways to talk to my children about mental health concerns, and should I bring this up with their pedia

Updated on:February 24,2024

Food insecurity during adolescence is a risk factor for disordered eating in young adulthood

by University of MinnesotaCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 pandemic both raised public awareness about and contributed to the problem of household food insecurity. In 2020, 15% of U.S. house

Updated on: February 22,2024

Food insecurity during adolescence is a risk factor for disordered eating in young adulthood

by University of MinnesotaCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 pandemic both raised public awareness about and contributed to the problem of household food insecurity. In 2020, 15% of U.S. house

Updated on:February 22,2024

Child abuse reports by medical staff linked to children's race, study finds

by Erin Digitale,Stanford University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainBlack children are over-reported as suspected victims of child abuse when they have traumatic injuries, even after acc

Updated on: May 10,2024

Child abuse reports by medical staff linked to children's race, study finds

by Erin Digitale,Stanford University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainBlack children are over-reported as suspected victims of child abuse when they have traumatic injuries, even after acc

Updated on:May 10,2024

The malnutrition paradox: Adolescent obesity in Zimbabwe

by Osaka Metropolitan UniversityInvestigating obesity awareness among adolescents in Zimbabwe. Credit: Naomi Hayami, Osaka Metropolitan UniversityIn some African countries that have traditionally

Updated on: April 10,2024

The malnutrition paradox: Adolescent obesity in Zimbabwe

by Osaka Metropolitan UniversityInvestigating obesity awareness among adolescents in Zimbabwe. Credit: Naomi Hayami, Osaka Metropolitan UniversityIn some African countries that have traditionally

Updated on:April 10,2024

What does 'Long COVID' look like in kids?

(HealthDay)—Long COVID can be tough to diagnose in children, but there are a number of things to look for."Manychildrendon't have any symptoms when they have a COVID infection,&qu

Updated on: February 20,2024

What does 'Long COVID' look like in kids?

(HealthDay)—Long COVID can be tough to diagnose in children, but there are a number of things to look for."Manychildrendon't have any symptoms when they have a COVID infection,&qu

Updated on:February 20,2024

Newborn hearing analysis can predict neurophysiological development at 12 months

by BIAL FoundationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPortuguese researchers have proven that hearing assessment in early-age infants can help predict milestones and early detection of neurodevelopmental

Updated on: May 25,2024

Newborn hearing analysis can predict neurophysiological development at 12 months

by BIAL FoundationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPortuguese researchers have proven that hearing assessment in early-age infants can help predict milestones and early detection of neurodevelopmental

Updated on:May 25,2024

Incidence, prevalence of pediatric IBD increasing globally

(HealthDay)—The incidence and prevalence of pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is increasing worldwide, with the highest incidence and prevalence seen in Northern Europe and North America, acc

Updated on: February 21,2024

Incidence, prevalence of pediatric IBD increasing globally

(HealthDay)—The incidence and prevalence of pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is increasing worldwide, with the highest incidence and prevalence seen in Northern Europe and North America, acc

Updated on:February 21,2024

Study dispels harmful gender dysphoria myth

by Max Martin,University of Western OntarioCredit: Anete Lusina/PexelsA first-of-its-kind study by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers dispels a controversial gender dysphoria theory t

Updated on: February 20,2024

Study dispels harmful gender dysphoria myth

by Max Martin,University of Western OntarioCredit: Anete Lusina/PexelsA first-of-its-kind study by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers dispels a controversial gender dysphoria theory t

Updated on:February 20,2024

Should I post photos of my children online? Here's what new parents need to know about sharenting

by Claire Bessant,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageOver 40% ofUK parentsput photos or videos of their children online. Showing just how prevalent online sharing now is, in J

Updated on: June 04,2024

Should I post photos of my children online? Here's what new parents need to know about sharenting

by Claire Bessant,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageOver 40% ofUK parentsput photos or videos of their children online. Showing just how prevalent online sharing now is, in J

Updated on:June 04,2024

Flint water crisis affected timing of pediatric lead testing but not quantity, study finds

by University of KansasCredit: David SluskyThe word "plumber" comes from the Latin word for the metal "lead."But lead coupled with pipes that transport drinking water makes a

Updated on: May 13,2024

Flint water crisis affected timing of pediatric lead testing but not quantity, study finds

by University of KansasCredit: David SluskyThe word "plumber" comes from the Latin word for the metal "lead."But lead coupled with pipes that transport drinking water makes a

Updated on:May 13,2024

Foster family placement leads to sustained cognitive gains after severe early deprivation

by Jenna Somers,Vanderbilt UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMillions of children worldwide are under legal guardianship of the state, often due to abuse, neglect, parental death or oth

Updated on: March 26,2024

Foster family placement leads to sustained cognitive gains after severe early deprivation

by Jenna Somers,Vanderbilt UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMillions of children worldwide are under legal guardianship of the state, often due to abuse, neglect, parental death or oth

Updated on:March 26,2024