The Importance of a Flu Shot

The Importance of a Flu Shot

The air is getting cooler and the leaves are changing which means another flu season has arrived. Children are particularly vulnerable to complications occurring from the flu, but getting them vaccinated can go a long way to protecting them from harm. Some people...
The Importance of Play

The Importance of Play

Every parent wants their children to have skills that will lead to success in school and in life. In recent years, this has meant an increased focus on structured academic activities, but according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, unstructured play can be just...
Appendectomy

Appendectomy

Seeing your child in pain is one of the worst things a parent can go through. If your child needs an appendectomy, it can be scary. But learning as much as you about the procedure can eliminate the amount of stress you feel throughout the experience. What is an...
Pneumomediastinum

Pneumomediastinum

For most people, the term pneumomediastinum may be unusual, but for approximately one in 7,300 people, the condition is familiar. Pneumomediastinum is air that is present in the chest that becomes trapped in the mediastinum, the area of the body which contains the...
The First Stages of Human Development and Early Sensory Experiences

The First Stages of Human Development and Early Sensory Experiences

From the moment they are born, babies are learning about the world around them. The five senses — taste, touch, smell, sight, and hearing — play a crucial role in their brain development. Parents and caregivers can help support the early stages of human development by...