All children develop at different rates. We have heard this from our mothers and grandmothers for years. But, how do you know if your child’s development is on track? How do you know if he or she has met the appropriate social and emotional milestones?
Babies aren’t the only ones who love pacifiers; parents quickly become addicted to the pacifier’s soothing effects on their offspring. Unfortunately, it often becomes a habit that overstays its welcome.
Kids don’t have the bully market cornered. Sadly, there are loud, aggressive, obnoxious, and ill-tempered adults who attempt to intimidate and humiliate others every bit as much as the meanest youngster on the playground. How do you deal with these big bullies? How can parents diffuse the bully-induced...
Between the ages of 6 and 11, children begin to look outside the family for relationships. School performance and friendships become important. Due to personality differences this is scary and anxiety-producing for some children. Many children express worry or anxiety about grades, school performance,...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 79 million Americans are currently infected with the human papilloma virus (HPV), and 14 million people become newly infected each year. It can cause many different cancers in men and women including cervical cancer. January...
Bath time with baby can be filled with bubbly fun, but baths can also present some serious dangers if safety recommendations aren’t taken into account. Here are some safety tips to keep bath time safe for your little ones, offered by the Injury Prevention Center at Arkansas Children's Hospital.