THURSDAY, June 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Could high-quality child care for young children translate into better grades in math and science? Yes, says new research that found children with caregivers who provided both warmth and mental stimulation go on to do better in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)Continue Reading
TUESDAY, June 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — About one in every seven American kids aged 5 to 17 underwent some form of mental health treatment in 2021, the latest year for which statistics are available. So finds a new report from researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control andContinue Reading
MONDAY, June 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Going to bed earlier is one way for teens to get the sleep they need, new research suggests. That may be easier said than done, the researchers admitted. But their study shows that if you can get teens to go to bed earlier,Continue Reading
MONDAY, June 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Drowning is the leading cause of death among children aged 1 to 4 years old in the United States, and too many older children continue to die in the water, according to a new report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).Continue Reading
FRIDAY, June 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Understanding different parenting styles can help you pick the right one as you navigate the challenges of child-rearing. Here, experts explain what an authoritarian parenting style is, examples of authoritarian parenting techniques, and what authoritarian discipline looks like. You’ll also discover how thisContinue Reading
THURSDAY, June 8, 2023 (HealthDay News) — After two more infant deaths, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is are urging parents and caregivers to stop using recalled Boppy Newborn Loungers, which are now linked to 10 deaths in all. The loungers were recalled in September 2021 because ofContinue Reading
TUESDAY, June 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Could breastfeeding lay the groundwork for good grades in high school? That’s what the findings of a new British study suggest, although the differences were small between those who were breastfed and those who weren’t when it came to standardized test scores andContinue Reading
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Understanding circumcision can help you speed your baby boy’s healing process and be aware of any complications that may arise. Here, professionals offer advice on what circumcision is, the pros and cons of the procedure, andContinue Reading
SATURDAY, June 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Summer is here and so, too, is swimming season. As fun as a pool can be, it’s also a major safety risk if you don’t take the appropriate precautions. An expert from Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, offers someContinue Reading
THURSDAY, June 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Kids who devote some of their free time to volunteer work may not only help others, but also themselves. That’s according to a new study that found U.S. kids who spend time in community service are often thriving, physically and mentally. Overall, kidsContinue Reading