Kids Considered™
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Fruit Juice–Friend or Foe?
Everyone knows that fruit is good for you, so fruit juice must be too . . . right? Is fruit juice made out of pure fruit, or are there other ingredients of concern?
Is That A Concussion?–Sports Participation For Kids
With all the recent media attention surrounding the dangers of concussions in professional athletes, parents are appropriately reluctant to let their children play contact sports.
More Than The Baby Blues: Perinatal Depression
Pregnancy and new motherhood/fatherhood is expected to be an exciting and joyful time. But what is the impact of perinatal or postpartum depression?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in childhood.
Child's Play For Healthy Brains & Social Skills
Play is vital to a child's development and promotes stable and nurturing relationships. The benefits of play also include practice at problem solving, collaboration and creativity.
Organic Food–Worth The Hype?
Organic food is increasingly popular, but is it healthier? It's generally more expensive, and sometimes harder to find. Is it worth the extra cost and effort to eat organics?
Skin-to-Skin Contact–Many Perks
Have you ever noticed how touch alone can instantly calm your baby? What are the known medical benefits of skin to skin contact in babies?
Screen Time–Growing Up in a Digital World
Kids may spend a lot of time on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc. How much is too much for children looking at screens? Is an hour or two (or four or more) per day normal? Could it be harmful?
Tantrums!
Temper tantrums are stressful for children (and their parents). How common are tantrums? Are they normal? What sets them off? What can parents do during a tantrum? What can be done to prevent tantrums?
Vegetarian Diets
Are vegetarian diets healthy and safe for children? What are the risks? Which nutrients and vitamins do vegetarian children need to pay extra attention to? Should they be taking supplements?