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The Many Pitfalls of Multi-Tasking
“Multi-tasking = Screwing everything up simultaneously.” – Anonymous I read a recent article saying students who multi-tasked while studying (watching Glee or tweeting, for instance) got worse grades and retained less information, but felt happier. Excuse me, but this is a stupid study. What mother who has wrangled with her kids over homework couldnt tell you the same?
How Flea-Control Chemicals Can Harm Your Kids
Having kids and pets can present occasional problems. Having kids and a flea-infested pet is even harder to deal with. An article that was referred to us recently talks about some surprising findings that pet owners and parents alike may want to pay attention to.
Toddlers & Seizures
Between 3 to 5 percent of healthy children between the ages of 9 months and 5 years will experience a seizure due to fever, according to MedlinePlus. Within this age group, toddlers have the highest incidence of febrile seizures. It is important to seek medical care if your toddler has a seizure.
The Side Effects of Botox Cosmetics
Many women request Botox cosmetic treatments to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles or to stop excessive underarm sweating, according to MedlinePlus and the Mayo Clinic. In some instances, Botox injections can also be used to treat painful symptoms associated with medical conditions. However, while Botox can smooth out your wrinkles, it poses certain dangers. Botox is made from the same bacterium that can cause botulism; the Botox treatment can potentially cause some unpleasant side effects.
High Fever in a Toddler
Fevers are common in toddlers and occur for a variety of reasons. While fevers can be scary, they are usually not a serious threat to your child. Knowing when the fever indicates a more severe illness is key to getting your toddler healthy again. The other symptoms that accompany the fever are particularly critical in determining the need for medical attention.