Latest Articles about Children
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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
Today's topic is a little "snotty," but very common in the world of children: a child with their finger in their nose. Is this normal? And why, besides picking their nose, do some kids even eat the boogers... Continue ReadingToday's topic is a little "snotty," but... 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
It is around the sixth month of life that the first baby teeth begin to appear and the baby starts to show that mischievous childlike smile. At this stage, children still don't need to chew, but the teeth... Continue ReadingIt is around the sixth month of life that... Continue Reading
Since we were young, we have heard our parents tell us not to drink cold water because it's bad for us. But how true is that? Just like our parents, doctors are also clear: the consumption of cold liquids... Continue ReadingSince we were young, we have heard our parents... Continue Reading
Whoever says that a mother is a perfect being is definitely not telling the truth! A mother is a woman, a human being, with good days and bad days, bad moods and good moods, days of joy and days of fury.... Continue ReadingWhoever says that a mother is a perfect... Continue Reading
During childhood, it is common for some children to develop lumps in the groin area. This lump may be an inguinal hernia, and its occurrence is more common in children than in adults, as at least one... Continue ReadingDuring childhood, it is common for some... Continue Reading
Hair loss is not an issue exclusive to adults; some children can also be affected by this problem. Childhood hair loss typically accounts for 3% to 8% of pediatric consultations. A child with... Continue ReadingHair loss is not an issue exclusive to adults;... Continue Reading
Breathing is such a natural physiological function for humans, that we only truly realize its importance when it is affected for some reason. As a warning sign of a possible cold or flu or even an allergic... Continue ReadingBreathing is such a natural physiological... Continue Reading
Right in the first pediatric appointments of a baby's life, the head circumference is measured. Through this measurement, it is possible to monitor development within the statistical norms for each age... Continue ReadingRight in the first pediatric appointments... Continue Reading
The human body is made up of a detailed structure, each part with its own function. The main structure of the face that forms the nose is a cartilage known as the nasal septum1 or quadrangular septal... Continue ReadingThe human body is made up of a detailed... Continue Reading
We parents often say that we know our children very well, when they are sad, anxious about something, or excited for some reason. However, there are certain situations in which children withdraw, and... Continue ReadingWe parents often say that we know our children... Continue Reading
Among the thousands of precautions we must take with babies from birth, AD-Til is on this list. Recommended by pediatricians in the very first days of life, it is extremely important for the proper development... Continue ReadingAmong the thousands of precautions we must... Continue Reading
Children are full of surprises: one moment they're happily playing and bouncing around, and a few minutes later they're complaining about some kind of pain. There's headache, foot pain, toothache, and... Continue ReadingChildren are full of surprises: one moment... Continue Reading
Going to the bathroom is such a natural part of being human—or should it be? Unfortunately, many people struggle with this. Constipation is a problem that affects not only adults but also children, causing much... Continue ReadingGoing to the bathroom is such a natural... Continue Reading
