Among a group of 86 primary school students in the United Kingdom, researchers observed that the children who were physically active tended to perform better on reading, writing, and mathematics assessments than their sedentary peers. Journal of … [Read more...]
Sleep Tips for Kids
To help kids get a good night’s sleep, the National Sleep Foundation recommends the following: remove TVs, computers, and gadgets from your kid’s bedroom; avoid large meals before bedtime; develop a regular bedtime routine; set firm bedtimes and wake … [Read more...]
Child Fever Guidelines
Fever is generally not a concern, but some cases do require medical attention. The Nemours Foundation recommends that you seek immediate care if your child shows the following behaviors or symptoms: won't stop crying; exhibits extreme irritability or … [Read more...]
Certain Chemicals Tied to Language Delays in Children
A new study suggests that children may suffer a delay in language development if their mothers come into frequent contact with chemicals called phthalates early in their pregnancy. In a study that involved 1,370 pregnant women in Sweden and the … [Read more...]
Instant-Soup Burns Sends Thousands of Kids to ER Yearly
Instant soups can provide a quick meal for kids, but these food products can also lead to scalding burns. Researchers analyzed data from 2006 to 2016 and found that burns associated with instant soups and noodles affect more than 9,500 children each … [Read more...]
Fit Kids Have Better Attendance
Not only do children who are more active and physically fit perform better in school but a new study indicates that kids with greater cardiovascular fitness are also less likely to miss class due to illness. Journal of School Health, September 2017 … [Read more...]
Protecting Kids from Lead
Exposure to lead during childhood can cause lifelong learning disabilities and behavioral problems. To protect your family, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the following: if your home was built before 1978, have it tested for lead; if … [Read more...]
Parents Often Miss PTSD in Kids
Researchers followed more than 100 children aged two to ten who had experienced a road collision involving a car crash, being hit while walking, or getting knocked off their bicycle. They found that most parents of kids who still had PTSD after three … [Read more...]