Child Development Institute - Child/Teen Health & Safety

Parents Guide on Sleep for Babies

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:40:03 UT

Everything parents need to know about how to cope with the sleeping habits of a baby. Learn about their "routine", how to gradually help them develop a healthy sleep schedule. Discover some massage techniques to help them fall asleep. Safety issues regarding babies and sleep are covered. Bedding and other physical considerations are also covered. Written to help "everyone" get a good nights sleep.

Tags: baby safety, baby sleep

Pediatric Obesity: The Unspoken Epidemic

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:18:48 UT

The press has frequently focused on infectious disease epidemics such as H1N1 influenza and HIV, but rarely discusses the growing problem of pediatric obesity. If HIV affected 30% of the population you would bet there would be an outcry for the government to do something about this problem. Right now almost 32% of children 6-17 are considered overweight or obese. There are some general guidelines on what to eat and how much to exercise but really there are no easy straightforward plans for families to address obesity in their children. Obesity is not as simple as eating less and exercising more or following the food pyramid, if it were that simple all my patients would be thin and fit and I wouldn’t be writing this article. Weight management should be approached in a holistic manner in that diet, exercise, emotional and family dynamics should be addressed.

Desmond Lew, MD is a pediatrician with years of experience in private practice, teaching and developing disease management programs for medical groups and health plans. He has joined our editorial staff and will be writing articles and blogs on health and safety topics of importance to parents.

News/Research Articles on Child/Teen Health & Safety Issues

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 07:17:07 UT

News and research related to child and teen health and safety issues.

Sleep Issues of Kids & Teens

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Information on sleep problems in children and adolescents including guides for parents.

Weight Management For Healthy Kids & Teens

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

With as many as 50% of all children being overweight in this country, parents are beginning to realize that something must be done. There is no shortage of information about nutrition and exercise, but the task of helping an overweight child without setting them up for a lifetime of dieting is a daunting challenge. Parents who understand the five truths of getting a child’s weight on track can begin to address the issue in a healthy and effective way.

Tags: fitness, nutrition, obesity, weight management

Toy Safety Information & Shopping Tips

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Tags: safety

Pinworms in Children

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Orthopedic Problems in Adolescents

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Obesity in Adolescents

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Nursing Mother, Working Mother: the essential guide for breastfeeding and staying close to your baby after you return to work.

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Infectious Mononucleosis

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

High Blood Pressure in Adolescents

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Pains during Growth in Children

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Preparing for Birth

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT

Sinus and Sinus Attack in Children

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:15:09 UT