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Discolored Baby Teeth
Baby teeth are usually off-white or ivory color in color. But they can be discolored for a number of reasons. Inadequate brushingIf baby teeth do not get brushed adequately, plaque may form which could lead to discoloration, and of course tooth decay. MedicationToddlers who take medications like vitamin supplements which contain iron may have dark stains on their baby teeth. Taking tetracycline during pregnancy may also cause discoloration in baby teeth. Tooth or gum injuryInjury to the baby tee…
Toddler Speech Development
A child grows and develops and at his or her own individual pace. Still, experts have already charted children’s developmental milestones at different ages – meaning speech development [as well as motor, and vision and hearing development] tend to follow predictable path: Age and speech development6-8 weeks – Vocalizes3 months – Makes vowel noises5 months – Enjoys vocal play6 months – Double syllable sounds such as ‘mumum’ and ‘dada’9-10 months – Babbles tunefully1 year – Babbles 2 or 3 words re…
The Nine Hour Rule
Sleep and rest is just as important as being physically active. Sleep gives kids’ brains energy. Also, during sleep children’s grow and recover from the day’s activities. It is important that everyone, especially kids, get enough sleep. Lack of sleep can lead to serious medical conditions. When kids don’t get enough sleep…Lack of sleep can make kids moody and cause them to perform poorly in school. If kids do not get enough sleep, they might fall asleep in class or fall behind on their homewor…
Bones, Muscles and Joints
Bones, muscles, and joints are very crucial parts of our body. Without them, we would not be able to move about. BonesBones are our body’s support. Form head to toe, we have bones to support our weight and help form our shape. Our bones also protect the body’s vital organs. The skull protects our brain. It also forms the shape of our face. The spinal cord which is the link that connects the brain and body is protected by the spinal column. The rib cage protects the heart, lungs, liver, and splee…
Dealing with Bedwetting
Bedwetting is common among toddlers and some older kids. It is considered a natural part of a child’s development. Doctors are still unsure about what causes bedwetting and why it stops. Youngsters learn to “hold it in” and eventually grow out of it. Usually, bedwetting is not symptom of any serious medical or emotional issues. Still, bedwetting can be stressful for the whole family. Kids may feel guilty about wetting the bed, and anxious about attending sleepovers or camp. Parents may feel frus…
Blood: What It Does Do?
Humans need blood to live. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients that the different organs of the body need to survive. Blood also enables us to regulate our body temperature, fight infections, or eliminate our own waste products. Our blood actually contains three types of blood cells:Red blood cellsRBCs or erythrocytes can be distinguished through their indented, flattened disk shape. They contain the iron-rich protein hemoglobin. The bright red color of blood is created when hemoglobin picks up o…
Effective Teaching Methods for Autistic Children
Teaching autistic children can be quite a challenge. Parents and teachers have to deal with certain obstacles such as an autistic child’s inability to focus, hypersensitivity, verbal and non-verbal communication problems as well as underdeveloped social interaction skills. Here are some tips that may help parents and teachers effectively teach autistic children. Avoid Multi-sensory InputsMost autistic children may have difficulties processing different sensory inputs at the same time. Unlike nor…
Educating Children with Autism
Children with autism have special learning needs. Because of their condition, standard educational programs may not be as effective. Children with autism may need to follow a special program generally catered for their condition. Determine Type Of ApproachAutism may affect children at different levels. That is why parents and autism experts have to work together to determine the right approach to educating that would work well with kids with autism. It all begins with determining and assessing t…
Sweet Preference Linked To Physical Growth In Children
According to a new study, children’s like for sweets is linked to their physical growth. The study was conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Washington and Monell Center. Monell geneticist Danielle Reed, PhD and one of the authors of the research said, “The relationship between sweet preference and growth makes intuitive sense because when growth is rapid, caloric demands increase. Children are programmed to like sweet taste because it fills a biological need by pushing them to…
Kids: Getting Muscles
Growing muscles is not for only for body builders. Growing muscles is for everyone, including little boys and girls. Our musclesThe muscles are the reason why we are able to move at all. Anything that you conceive with your brain will be expressed through muscle movement.Muscles are very important because they are involved in almost all the body’s functions. They turn fuel – the energy we get from food – into movement, they keep your heart beating and even your blood flowing. What’s even more am…
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