We all know obesity is the leading pandemic as it is the mother of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. Obesity is sadly highly prevalent in children, which is an alarming sign. Research reviews show that among six to eleven years of children, 20.7% were obese. Among twelve to nineteen-year-old children, 22.2% of children [...]
The common cold is a viral infection that can be transmitted from one to another if necessary precautionary measures are not taken in time. Common colds can be characterized by symptoms like congestion, cough, low-grade fever, headache, and lethargy; however, it may take 2-4 days to show the signs. This article discusses prevention, treatment, and [...]
Childhood obesity is the most prevailing condition nowadays as children's food preferences have changed due to the cultural norms they see around them. Today, eating junk food and having meals in restaurants is a cultural norm, which is the main factor to induce obesity in children. Due to facilities, today's sedentary lifestyles are also the [...]
Urinary tract infection (UTI) occurs when bacteria enter the urine and move toward the bladder in children from their poop or skin. During excretion, bacteria pass through the urethra, causing infection, a common disease among children nowadays. Risk factors for UTI Children who are younger than 5 are more prone to UTIs. Baby girls are [...]
The eyes are the primary and sensitive organ of the human body. Children's eyesight and visual development go through many ups and downs as they grow from infant to toddler. Unfortunately, due to environmental changes, unhygienic conditions, and increased pollution, eyes are becoming vulnerable to infections and diseases. Therefore, pediatricians and parents must observe those [...]
A journey of minimizing the intake of milk and introducing other edibles into children's diets is known as weaning. Weaning takes time and patience from parents; however, considered an essential phase, as increasing calories after a certain period is necessary for growth and development. The right time for weaning The optimal time for weaning starts [...]
Your child is considered to suffer from diarrhea when, along with watery stools, the frequency of motions increases. Diarrhea is one of the leading causes of malnutrition and even deaths in children and should be considered seriously when it lasts for more than two days. Why is diarrhea known as a Global killer? According to [...]
Negativism is a developmental state majorly seen in toddlers aged 14 months to 36 months. During this state, toddlers are more prone to their independence and do not accept the rules or requests set by their guardians or elders. Sometimes, it is also known as "temper tantrums." Before discussing the main reasons for negativism, let's [...]
As mothers, we prioritize giving our newly born healthy and nutritious food. Breast milk is the best choice for this because breast milk contains lots of nutrients and ingredients necessary for the healthy development of infants. In addition, breastfeeding has many bioactive factors and is associated with improved immune development, low mortality rates, and less [...]
A healthy body needs a healthy mind because good mental status is vital for an individual's physical development and growth. Usually, we speak about adults' mental issues, but we must consider children's mental health as our priority, as a stable childhood makes a balanced person in the future. Our child's mental health has a complex [...]