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Homemade Spa Treatments

The following is a guest post by Jackie Burns Brisman, Editor, SpaFinder Wellness Between busy work schedules, play dates, school functions, dinner, laundry, and keeping the overall household balance in check – its a surprise some moms can even find the time to shower these days!

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Wrinkle Removal with Laser Treatment

Laser treatment is far less invasive than a face lift and has fewer undesirable side effects than older cosmetic wrinkle treatments, such as dermabrasion and chemical peels. Laser treatment, also called laser skin rejuvenation or laser resurfacing, is a versatile procedure, reducing wrinkles and other signs of aging skin, such as sun spots, blotchy skin and dark eye circles.

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Cold Sore Treatment for a Child

Even though they’re called cold sores or fever blisters, these fluid-filled swellings have nothing to do with a cold or a fever. A cold sore is a contagious herpes virus that your child probably contracted from sharing a cup, toy or utensil with someone who has it. A kid can also get a cold sore if someone with the active virus — visible sore or not — kisses him. Most kids get a cold sore at some point during their childhood; the virus may flare up again or lie dormant forever.

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Causes & Treatments for Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a curve in the spine. You can usually spot scoliosis in a child by looking at her spine closely from several angles. Since the condition commonly affects children right before they hit puberty, your child’s school may offer yearly screenings during middle school or her doctor may examine her spine. The condition straightens out on its own with time, or your child may need varying degrees of treatment.