Latest Articles about Child Health
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Caring for a baby goes beyond breastfeeding, hygiene, sleep routine, and vaccinations. Health is the result of everything working together. Mild colds and strong flu can happen along the way and are easily... Continue ReadingCaring for a baby goes beyond breastfeeding,... Continue Reading
Summer is a delightful time to go out, have fun, and even do outdoor activities. But with so much sweating, bedtime can become a real torment. And for those who don't have air conditioning, the good old... Continue ReadingSummer is a delightful time to go out, have... Continue Reading
The number of precautions we must take with our children is countless, no matter their age. Of course, as they grow, the types of care we must provide change, our concerns become different, and the dynamics... Continue ReadingThe number of precautions we must take with... Continue Reading
Children are fragile beings who easily catch diseases. It’s not uncommon to see hospitals full of children with different types of viruses, which is quite understandable, since their immune systems are still... Continue ReadingChildren are fragile beings who easily catch... Continue Reading
If there’s one tiny thing that causes a lot of discomfort and even makes eating difficult, it’s canker sores1. They can appear in babies as well as older people, causing great discomfort, including difficulty eating properly.... Continue ReadingIf there’s one tiny thing that causes a lot... Continue Reading
We all know the importance of vaccination in children's lives. But with it also come concerns about side effects or possible reactions considered normal. With that in mind, let's list the main vaccines... Continue ReadingWe all know the importance of vaccination... Continue Reading
Some time ago, many mothers fed their children cow's milk. Either because they couldn't afford formula, or because they didn't know that giving cow's milk to babies is not recommended for some time. When... Continue ReadingSome time ago, many mothers fed their children... Continue Reading
Japanese cuisine is becoming increasingly popular everywhere, pleasing more and more palates, from young children to the elderly. But one question that often causes uncertainty among parents who love... Continue ReadingJapanese cuisine is becoming increasingly... Continue Reading
It is not uncommon to hear about various skin diseases throughout life. They can be considered one of the most common types of diseases and affect all ages. From fungal infections and chickenpox, for... Continue ReadingIt is not uncommon to hear about various... Continue Reading
Medicine estimates that between 15,000 and 26,000 live-born children, one has dwarfism. If we estimate that one in 20,000 babies has the condition in Brazil, there would be... Continue ReadingMedicine estimates that between 15,000... Continue Reading
Suddenly you give your daughter a bath and notice a swelling in her breasts. But how can that be? She’s still a baby—what could this be? This increase in breast size in children is called precocious thelarche1. Many... Continue ReadingSuddenly you give your daughter a bath and... Continue Reading
Children’s growth and development are natural factors, but they often raise many questions for parents due to certain phases. Sometimes we come across minor issues like childhood underarm odor, which may... Continue ReadingChildren’s growth and development are natural factors,... Continue Reading
Most people think that child malnutrition is a problem only in underdeveloped countries. It is true that the majority of deaths involving malnutrition happen in these countries, especially on the African... Continue ReadingMost people think that child malnutrition... Continue Reading
The birth of a baby is a moment of joy not just for the parents, but also for everyone involved in that child's life. The feeling of the end of a cycle and the real beginning of a new life is unique and... Continue ReadingThe birth of a baby is a moment of joy not... Continue Reading
The human skin is the largest organ of the human body1. It is also the most exposed to the external environment, so it is clear that it is an organ that can be affected by various types of diseases.... Continue ReadingThe human skin is the largest organ of the... Continue Reading
All parents, at some stage in their child’s life, will have to face somewhat delicate situations, especially regarding children’s behavior. In some cases, these issues arise even due to the way they are dealt with... Continue ReadingAll parents, at some stage in their child’s... Continue Reading
Worrying about their child's behavior, social relationships, and the way they deal with problems from an early age often drives mothers to despair. But perhaps the most common concern, or the one we hear... Continue ReadingWorrying about their child's behavior, social... Continue Reading
Human beings are shaped by teachings, experiences, and events throughout their lives. Some of these are not so good and can cause deep marks, as is the case with childhood trauma.
What is Trauma
Before we talk... Continue ReadingHuman beings are shaped by teachings, experiences,... Continue Reading
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils. The tonsils are a group of tissues located at the back of the mouth, with one on each side of the throat.
What Are Tonsils For?
The tonsils are glands that... Continue ReadingTonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils.... Continue Reading
Our children constantly worry us with their discomforts. Sometimes it’s a cold, sometimes a fever for no reason, or suddenly, vomiting and diarrhea that appear out of nowhere. All this is part of childhood, and... Continue ReadingOur children constantly worry us with their... Continue Reading
Obsessive-compulsive disorder in children and adolescents has become more common in recent years. There are about one in every 200 children with OCD. All children have worries and negative... Continue ReadingObsessive-compulsive disorder in children... Continue Reading
Children with albinism are those with very fair skin, hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes that are very blonde, almost white, characteristics caused by a lack of melanin production in the tissues. Due to these... Continue ReadingChildren with albinism are those with very... Continue Reading
