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Keeping gymnastics safe and fun for kids
To reduce the risk of injury, young gymnasts should have trained coaches who are experienced and familiar with gymnastics techniques, rules and how to safely perform moves. Coaches should understand the physical and emotional development of different ages. They should also be certified in CPR and first aid.
I think my child's weight is affecting their health. How can I best support them?
Weight fluctuation and change in body composition with growth is a normal part of development. Apart from the first year of life, teenage years experience the most rapid increase in growth and development.
Pediatrician offers advice: Are trampolines safe for kids?
Generations of kids have grown up bouncing on backyard trampolines. And with the new popularity of trampoline parks, even more are getting into the game. But is this a safe way for kids to move their bodies and have fun?
Causes of Viral Rash Symptoms in Babies
Viral rashes are common in babies, toddlers, and young children. They often appear as tiny dots, blisters, or blotchy patches. Some form distinctive patterns, while others begin in a specific area and spread to other body parts. For example, roseola starts on the torso and spreads out, and measles begins on the face and spreads down
ADD vs. ADHD
ADD and ADHD are terms used to describe the same disorder. Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is an outdated term, while ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the officially used term.1 Some people, however, use the term ADD interchangeably with ADHD, and others consider ADD to be a subtype of ADHD.
