Children's health

Common childhood illnesses can be traumatic for parents: Know how to deal with them

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 20, 2019 at 10:32am

There are a few common childhood illnesses that almost every child goes through at least once. Read on to know what they are and how to deal with them.
Is your child lazy? Get him to exercise before it is too late

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 17, 2019 at 08:59pm

Kids nowadays are prone to sedentary lifestyles, which increase their risk of many diseases. As a parent, you must try to reverse this at the earliest.
Personalised care essential for treatment of paediatric asthma: Study

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 16, 2019 at 08:39pm

According to a study, improved personalised assessments can enhance the accuracy of paediatric asthma therapy. Read on to know more.
World Mental Health Day 2019: Childhood bullying can lead to chronic depression and suicide

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 10, 2019 at 03:32pm

Bullying is a sad reality of childhood and most of us may have encountered it or been a witness to it. On World Mental Health Day 2019, let us see how this can lead to mental health issues including depression and suicide.
Medications for children: Listen to the doctor to avoid side-effects

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 05, 2019 at 09:26pm

A child's needs are different from an adult. And this is especially true when it comes to medications for children. Read on to know more.
Troubled by earaches? These remedies may help you

Posted By Editorial Team, October 02, 2019 at 06:10pm

Ear infection leads to intolerable earaches. It can be uncomfortable and very painful too. Try these remedies that can bring you instant relief from this condition.
Happy Gandhi Jayanti: 6 life lessons your child can learn from Mahatma Gandhi

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 02, 2019 at 10:05am

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, let us look at the ideals and lessons that your child can imbibe from his extraordinary life.
Is your child a water baby? Be alert to symptoms of ‘dry drowning’

Posted By Editorial Team, August 24, 2019 at 06:46pm

Dry drowning can cause mild to severe breathing problems in your child. Know how to deal with it.
Kids can manage asthma incidents with only inhalers

Posted By IANS, August 17, 2019 at 11:23am

Children are often prescribed steroids for asthma. Now a new study says that inhalers can manage the condition effectively and this will reduce the need for strong medication.
Stay away from alcohol if you are expecting, it may alter your baby’s DNA

Posted By ANI, August 16, 2019 at 02:08pm

Alcohol is bad for pregnant women. Now a study says that if an expecting mom drinks, it may alter her baby's DNA.
Now, prediction of autism will be more accurate and easier

Posted By Editorial Team, August 16, 2019 at 01:31pm

Brain imaging can help detect autism. But know what may cause this condition and how you can prevent it with a few helpful tips.
Infants with eczema more vulnerable to food allergies and asthma

Posted By ANI, July 19, 2019 at 11:04am

According to a study published in the journal 'Science Translational Medicine' infants with eczema are significantly at a higher risk of developing atopic march.
Non-verbal learning disorder: Know why your child can’t read your expression

Posted By Nayonika Chakraborty, July 05, 2019 at 04:38pm

Does your child ignore your expressions or body language? It could be because he has a non-verbal learning disorder. Read on to know more.
Baby's body language: Here is how to decode it

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, July 03, 2019 at 09:09pm

Infants can't communicate through words. They express themselves through body language only. So, it is essential for you to be able to read your baby's body language to figure out what she is feeling.
Higher risk of BP in kids due to Vitamin D deficiency

Posted By IANS, July 02, 2019 at 10:59am

Study finds those with vitamin D deficiency from birth to early childhood may be at higher risk of elevated systolic blood pressure.
Study shows oral health inequalities among kids

Posted By ANI, June 24, 2019 at 12:03pm

For missing teeth, filled teeth and poor parent-reported child oral health, the magnitude of inequality was greatest among Brazilian children
International Yoga Day 2019: These yoga asanas will make your tot a yogi right from a tender age

Posted By Debjani Arora, June 20, 2019 at 11:49am

As the International Yoga Day approaches, yoga teacher Amogh Shinde, at FIT360 Kids Health & Fitness describes some asanas that would benefit kids in more ways than one.
Obesity correlated with depression among boys, not girls

Posted By ANI, June 13, 2019 at 10:47am

New research says that the association between depression and weight in children is influenced by gender.
Is your child suffering from ADHD? Make smart food choices for him

Posted By Editorial Team, June 04, 2019 at 08:02pm

ADHD is a psychological and behavioural disorder that interferes with your child s social skills and academic performances. However, the right foods can help ease the symptoms.
Homeschooling is not bad for the general health of children: Study

Posted By ANI, May 25, 2019 at 10:38am

According to a new study, home-schooling may not affect your child's overall well-being.