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Our body works like a machine, and our organs are like the parts that keep this machine running. There are certain situations when specific parts stop working properly, which also happens with our organs.... Continue ReadingOur body works like a machine, and our organs... Continue Reading
We've already talked about life as a single mother and even about what it's like to be a single father, as well as the situation of being a child of separated parents. But what about when there is an... Continue ReadingWe've already talked about life as a single... Continue Reading
Nowadays, we still come across women who believe that prenatal exams are not necessary at all and who also skip prenatal appointments, and this can be a bit alarming for us moms who are fully aware of... Continue ReadingNowadays, we still come across women who... Continue Reading
A physical therapist is a professional with a university degree that has an average duration of 4 years. The main role of a physical therapy professional is to help patients with muscular issues,... Continue ReadingA physical therapist is a professional with... Continue Reading
A woman’s life is an endless roller coaster, full of challenges and butterflies in the stomach. This is true in love life, keeping up with self-care, and especially in professional life, even more so when... Continue ReadingA woman’s life is an endless roller coaster, full... Continue Reading
One of the main concerns obstetricians have during prenatal care is the control of blood glucose levels in pregnancy. In the past, doctors didn't request or worry much about this issue, which often led... Continue ReadingOne of the main concerns obstetricians have... Continue Reading
Having a little tea to soothe a sore throat, cramps, or stomach ache has always been an excellent remedy, and it’s nothing new—in fact, as they say, it's been around since grandma’s time. And truly, they know everything, even... Continue ReadingHaving a little tea to soothe a sore throat,... Continue Reading
One of the major milestones in child development is speech, and parents eagerly await the first spoken words. However, as the years go by, problems and difficulties can arise that make this important... Continue ReadingOne of the major milestones in child development... Continue Reading
Taking care of yourself requires time and patience, and understanding how every part of your body works. With so much to think about, it's common for some women to forget certain care they should have... Continue ReadingTaking care of yourself requires time and... Continue Reading
Diabetes is one of the conditions that affects the most people worldwide, and is very common here in Brazil. Research indicates that it affects around 14 million people in Brazil alone. However, the... Continue ReadingDiabetes is one of the conditions that affects... Continue Reading
Throughout our lives we try countless diets and weight loss plans, or even make the decision to follow a stricter meal plan aiming to improve health or, in most cases, after getting a warning from the... Continue ReadingThroughout our lives we try countless diets... Continue Reading
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection that affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose. Although it spreads easily from person to person, diphtheria can be prevented through vaccination.What... Continue ReadingDiphtheria is a serious bacterial infection... Continue Reading
Childhood epilepsy is a neurological disorder that manifests through seizures and convulsions in some children and each episode can last up to 5 minutes. It can have several origins such as a... Continue ReadingChildhood epilepsy is a neurological disorder... Continue Reading
Blood diseases are generally concerning, as they are also signs that your health isn't doing so well. But most of the worry that this type of disease usually causes is almost always related to the alarm... Continue ReadingBlood diseases are generally concerning,... Continue Reading
Diabetes is a chronic disease that has been steadily increasing each year. Research from the Brazilian Diabetes Society (SBD) indicates there are around 12 million diabetics in Brazil alone, and... Continue ReadingDiabetes is a chronic disease that has been... Continue Reading
Nowadays, the word depression has become trivialized; any display of sadness or difficulty in life is already considered a sign of depression. In reality, it is a very serious illness and should be properly... Continue ReadingNowadays, the word depression has become... Continue Reading
The heat is coming and so are the holidays! Expectant moms start getting ready and planning their trips and outings for the end and beginning of the year, but is it just about packing your suitcase and... Continue ReadingThe heat is coming and so are the holidays!... Continue Reading
Raising a child is a great responsibility in our lives. Not only because we are preparing another life for the world, but because we are responsible for being part of the future, defining what that child... Continue ReadingRaising a child is a great responsibility... Continue Reading
Hyperactivity is a term we've heard a lot in recent years. It's common to confuse a restless child with a hyperactive child because we don't know exactly what this term means. That's why, if you suspect... Continue ReadingHyperactivity is a term we've heard a lot... Continue Reading
What was once seen as a sign of a healthy and “cute” baby is now an alarm for concerned parents. Chubby babies and children with lots of rolls are far from being a sign of health! The statistics counting... Continue ReadingWhat was once seen as a sign of a healthy... Continue Reading
The moment to have a baby shower is always very special for the mom and for the baby’s family. It means that the time is coming and soon the baby will be in the arms of everyone who loves them. That’s why throwing... Continue ReadingThe moment to have a baby shower is always... Continue Reading
It’s not uncommon to see cases of parents who don’t know what to do with a child who simply can’t focus on things. The so-called attention deficit in children can happen for many reasons and requires special treatment, which... Continue ReadingIt’s not uncommon to see cases of parents who... Continue Reading
