How kids think and feel about themselves begins at a young age. It’s not easy to combat the negative effects of a media culture obsessed with beauty and body image, but parents can help by not overemphasizing looks at home. According to Dr. Crystal Cole of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Akron Children’s parents should […]
Did your baby fail their first hearing test?
Hear this: Hearing loss is the most common sensory disability in newborns. Roughly 2 to 3 in 1,000 infants in this country are born with a detectable level of hearing loss in one or both ears, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. That’s why every state, including Ohio, has an Early […]
How to protect your child’s skin from the sun
Fun in the sun is a given during the summer months, but spending lots of time outside in the sun can lead to sunburn. What’s the best way to protect your child’s skin from sun damage while they enjoy the outdoors? Dr. Dan Grove, pediatric dermatologist, provides some answers. When it comes to sun protection, […]
Pregnancy brain: Is that a real thing?
Most moms expect all the physical signs of pregnancy: ever-expanding baby bumps, swollen ankles, a glowing face. But in addition to these telltale signs, you probably weren’t expecting to add brain fog to the list of body changes! Yes, pregnancy brain or “momnesia” is a real thing, said Akron Children’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Abdelaziz […]
Side with Safety: How to ask about guns in the home before play dates
Play dates are an exciting — and developmental — part of growing up for kids. But when the play date is not at their house, parents ask about all sorts of safety concerns before they allow their children to attend. Especially for new friends or caretakers, they may ask about pets in the home, various […]
5 facts about scoliosis every parent should know
If your child has a sideways spinal curve that’s shaped like the letter “S” or “C” they have a condition called scoliosis. While the cause of most childhood cases of scoliosis are idiopathic or unknown, neuromuscular conditions like cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy can cause kids to develop it. In some instances, scoliosis runs in […]