Tag Archives: children’s health

  Orthodontics is not only about making a child’s smile pretty. Although not every child will need braces, having an early assessment can prevent issues such as crowding or breathing obstruction—or future teeth shifts if you manage to adjust the jaw while it’s still growing. Parents naturally will have questions …

  Many internet memes have been made about toddlers and their temper tantrums. While the outpouring of oversized emotions can be amusing when viewed from afar, most parents and caregivers simply want to know what they can do to help children express their feelings in less dramatic ways. According to …

  During Maya’s* first birthday celebration, her mother knew something was different. “We were singing ‘Happy Birthday,’ and she had such a blank stare. In that moment, I knew something was off,” recalls Elizabeth Chaillou, who perhaps had special insight into typical childhood milestones given that Maya is the youngest …

  The Hearne family was returning home from prekindergarten with their 3-year-old son when the unthinkable happened. A stumble on the sidewalk sent Emmett flying 5 feet from his father’s arms. He landed headfirst on the concrete. Emmett had always been an active child. He loves to climb on play …

  A child with a rare disease can feel misunderstood and alone. When it comes to forming a community and making connections, awareness goes a long way. Rare Disease Day was created with that community in mind. Since 2008, it has been a globally-coordinated effort to bolster an international community …

In our fourth and final segment of this Heart-Healthy feature, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we are looking at the holistic benefits of heart health.   Holistic Benefits of Heart Health   Adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle at an early age pays off in the long …

In the third segment of our Heart-Healthy feature for American Heart Month, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we look at exercise habits kids can form to maintain good cardiovascular health.   Sleep   Getting good sleep is necessary for a healthy heart. “You really need a …

  In the second segment of our Heart-Healthy feature for American Heart Month, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we look at exercise habits kids can form to maintain good cardiovascular health.   Exercise   Regular exercise is also a crucial part of maintaining a healthy heart. …

    As the omicron variant surges, hospitals in Maryland and across the country are filling up with patients. Dr. Annie Soriano, who directs pediatric emergency services at the ER-7 of Baltimore’s Sinai Hospital, says that protocols are in place to separate kids with COVID-19 from those without—but it’s becoming …

  We all know that feeling: Uh-oh, my child has a cavity. Was it too much candy? Not enough time spent brushing? Should we have come in sooner for a checkup? Preventive care is always the goal with any dental visit, but many questions abound. What age should my child …