Articles Index - page 2
Head Banging
Although distressing for parents, head banging at bedtime or in the middle of the night is usually normal for young children. Learn about the symptoms and treatments for children with head banging.
Styes and Eyelid Bumps
Review what could cause a pimple like bump on a child's eyelid, such as a stye or chalazion.
Protein Shakes for Kids
Review why protein supplements are not a good idea for kids, even those who are active in sports.
Moldy Foods and Food Safety
Is it safe to simply cut off the moldy parts of food and then eat them? My mother insists on cutting the moldy parts off of bread and other foods and feeding them to my preschooler. I don't think it is safe, but she says that she fed foods like that to me when I was growing up and I turned out just fine. Is this safe to do?
Zofran for Vomiting
Review the use of Zofran in children with gastroenteritis or vomiting from the stomach flu.
Are Vaccines Made In China?
I am concerned about all of the reports of problems with toys, pet food, and other products that are made in China. Are vaccines made in China?
Birth Control Pills and Getting Pregnant
Expert Q & A. How long will it take to get pregnant after stopping birth control pills?
Is Bronchitis Contagious?
Learn more about bronchitis, including the symptoms of bronchitis and whether or not bronchitis is contagious.
The Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
Learn why getting the birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine is so important for newborns, even if your baby isn't at high risk for a hepatitis B infection.
The Best Treatments for Poison Ivy
My kids get poison ivy a few times each year and, even with treatments, they still have an itchy rash for a few weeks. What are the best treatments for poison ivy?
Coping With A Diagnosis Of Autism
Review how a parent might be in denial that their child has autism or other developmental problem and how to help them cope with the diagnosis.
A New Baby With Down Syndrome
Review what you can do to get information, advice, and support if you are a parent of a newborn baby with Down syndrome.
Febrile Seizures
Learn more about febrile seizures, which are seizures that are triggered by a fever and are common in young children.
Infants, Tears and Crying
Review when infants should start crying real tears.
Sleeping With The Lights On
Review why a child might not sleep well if she sleeps with a bright light on that may inhibit the production of melatonin.
Nestle NAN Baby Formula
We just came back from Guatemala with our adopted daughter who is 6 months old. They were giving her Nestle NAN infant formula. Does Nestle have NAN formula in the US?
ADHD Medications Not Working
Review what to do if your child's ADHD medications, like Adderall, Concerta, or Strattera, isn't working to control his hyperactivity.
ADHD In Preschool Age Children
Review whether or not a preschool age child who has a short attention span and is hyperactive has ADHD or if these are just normal behaviors at this age.
ADHD Drug Holidays
Review whether or not you have to give your child with ADHD his medicine on the weekends or if he can take a break.
ADHD Medications
A discussion of the medications that can be used to treat children with ADHD, including stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, Strattera, and second line medications, including antidepressants, clonidine, and guanfacine.
Cold Symptoms vs. Sinusitis
I have a 1 year old son and he started off with just clear runny nose and sneezing, and by the night time I noticed the mucus was green coming out of his nose. He has no other symptoms. Should I be concerned about taking him in the doctor or is there something I could give him over-the-counter?
Brachial Plexus Injuries
Learn more about Brachial Plexus Injuries and how they are treated.
Flu Shot Reactions
Review some of the common symptoms of flu shot reactions and side effects, including fever, muscle aches, and malaise or simply not feeling good.
Infant Cold and Cough Medicines
Learn what medicine you can give an infant with a cough.
Treatments for Diarrhea
Review some of the common treatments for when children have diarrhea.