Monthly Archives: June 2011

Asthma and Allergies: The Peas and Carrots of Childhood Breathing Problems

Leyla Akanli, MD-1

If you’re lucky, you never have to think about what’s in the air you breathe. But if your child is one of the many with allergies, you’re all too aware of the contaminants swirling around you and wreaking havoc on … Continue reading

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Summer Solutions for ADHD

For the 5.4 million children in the United States with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the freedom of summer could be too much to handle. Create fun family memories while keeping boredom at bay and managing ADHD symptoms for the best summer break.
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Keeping Poisons Out of Young Hands (and Mouths)

Mitchell Goldman, MD

It’s amazing how much your view of the world changes when you have children. What you see when you look around your own house changes dramatically, too: Where once you saw just a collection of remedies for headaches and colds … Continue reading

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Fireworks for the Family

Summer is a time for celebrating, and fireworks make for a bright, fun way to kick off the festivities. While sparklers and bottle rockets can be exciting, they can also be dangerous.
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Too Little D = More Allergies?

Ensuring your child gets enough vitamin D could reduce his or her chances of developing allergies later in life, according to a new study.
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

If you suspect a child is being emotionally, verbally or physically abused, immediately report your suspicions to authorities. With nearly five children dying every day from child abuse, your information could potentially save a child’s life. Continue reading

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Peaches and Snap Peas: Summer Favorites

Wanting to liven up the dinner menu with some fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies? Work peaches and sugar snap peas into the mix. Continue reading

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Finding the Right Words

As your child approaches the teenage years, he or she will likely begin asking questions about relationships, peer pressure and other tough topics. Continue reading

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Safe Fun in the Sun

School’s out for summer! Forget homework—kids are ready to get out and play. Follow these tips to help keep your kids safe and avoid common summertime injuries. Continue reading

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Nibbling No-Nos

As your child continues to toddle on his or her path to being a big kid, you may be tempted to offer him or her more grown-up foods. However, there are a few you should steer clear of. Continue reading

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