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How Does Parental Drinking Contribute to Teen Alcoholism?
Can a parent’s drinking habits increase the risk of teen alcoholism?
How Long to Nurse a Child
If you’re breastfeeding, it’s important to know how long to nurse your child so as to get the optimal health benefit for your baby. Most current research on the health benefits of breastfeeding centers on the first six months to a year of life. After this point, the medical data on extended breastfeeding–breastfeeding beyond a year old–tapers off, and the decision to breastfeed becomes a personal one.
5 Risks of Taking Estrogen Pills
For over a decade, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been used to help women regulate their hormone levels to alleviate the symptoms of menopause and hysterectomy surgery. As part of an HRT regimen, many women are placed on estrogen pills. These pills can boost energy, increase libido and eliminate hot flashes. However, no medications are taken without risks. These five risks of taking estrogen pills are among the most severe and common to watch for.
About Bayley Scales of Infant Development Scores
Developed by Nancy Bayley and published under a title of the same name, The Bayley Scales of Infant Development (BSID) is a test that measures the cognitive, motor and behavioral development of children ages 1 month to 3 years. Specifically, the test is used to illustrate the standard development of children within this age range and isolate those with disabilities or delays who might benefit from early intervention. Used worldwide, the test is administered by specially trained professionals and takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes to complete.
Why Is Nutrition Important for Kids?
According to an article published in the “American Journal of Preventive Medicine,” poor nutritional choices are a growing health threat to American families. Although poor nutrition can cause chronic diseases, it isn’t always easy to get children to eat healthy diets. Doctors at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia stress how important proper nutrition is for children. They advise parents to make sure that children eat a variety of foods from the different food groups in order to get all the essential nutrients they need for proper growth.