The Poo in You – Constipation & Encopresis Educational Video
If your child is having problems with soiling accidents (encopresis, "poo accidents," "poo-ing" in pants), you are certainly not alone. It is one of the most common problems seen by both pediatric GI and primary care providers. This interactive animated
5 Reasons To Pack Your Lunch
Most schools are trying hard to upgrade their lunch programs and offer the best food they can. But not every school cafeteria provides appealing, healthy lunch choices. Educate yourself when it comes to what your cafeteria has to offer. For example, did you know chicken nuggets have more fat and calories than a plain burger?
Tips for Improving Your Child’s Digestion
Increasingly, children are developing digestive problems that were once reserved for adults. Digestive problems such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and even inflammatory bowel diseases can result from a multitude of factors, but the underlying cause is often inappropriate eating habits.
Heart Healthy Tips for the Whole Family
This is the something that children can benefit from too. We know that behaviors are formed during childhood so it is very important to help children establish healthy heart habits while they are young. Our heart is a muscle that works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; It deserves a little special attention.
Common Infant Digestive Problems
You know you're a new parent when discussions about spit up, reflux, and the contents of baby's diaper become common dinnertime fodder! If you're a new mom or dad, worrying about your baby's digestive problems and health is more common than you think.
Back To School Nutrition
Often, summer break is when the children’s healthy eating plans take a vacation. So, as summer comes to an end and the school year nears, take time to refocus your efforts as a family to ensure your children’s nutrition and physical activity habits are ready for the year ahead.
Is Your Child Dealing With Constipation?
How do I know if my child is constipated? Bowel patterns vary in children as they do in adults. Because of this, it is sometimes difficult to tell if your child is truly constipated. One child may go two or
The Do’s and Don’ts of Treating Diarrhea
What is the best way to treat diarrhea? Most children with mild diarrhea can continue to eat a normal diet including formula or milk. Breastfeeding can continue. If your baby seems bloated or gassy after drinking cow's milk or formula,
Quality of Child Anesthesia Improved by Parental Presence
Helpful Company During Child Anesthesia New research presented at this year's Euroanaesthesia meeting in Stockholm shows that having parents present during the induction of their child's anesthesia improves the quality of that anesthesia. The study is by Dr Alicia Sánchez,
Encouraging Healthy Weight for a Healthy Heart
Understanding The Importance of a Healthy Weight A healthy weight is the key to a healthy heart, and yet an estimated 1 out of 3 children is either overweight or obese in the U.S. During a special symposium Oct. 27