Your baby learning to walk is an exciting milestone—they are, literally, taking steps toward a whole new way of life as a toddler (and a whole new way of life for you as a parent of a toddler!). And like many milestones, it comes with questions. Here’s what you need to know. When do babies
Month: July 2022
Researchers at Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine, in collaboration with Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, report the first effective drug to treat a rare, genetic liver disease that formerly could only be treated with a liver transplant. The study, “Fazirsiran for Liver Disease Associated with Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency,” was published online in the New England
Pregnant women who were exposed to multiple phthalates during pregnancy had an increased risk of preterm birth, according to new research by the National Institutes of Health. Phthalates are chemicals used in personal care products, such as cosmetics, as well as in solvents, detergents, and food packaging. After analyzing data from more than 6,000 pregnant
Today, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) published new NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Pediatric Central Nervous System (CNS) Cancers. This is now the fifth current NCCN Guidelines® to focus on childrens’ cancers, following recent publications of evidence-based, expert consensus guidelines for Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Pediatric Aggressive Mature B-Cell Lymphomas,
Thanks to a generous gift from Purina, patients at St. Louis Children’s Hospital now have a special place to reunite with their pets from home. With scientific evidence supporting that time with pets translates into better pain management and fewer medications, St. Louis Children’s Hospital Foundation reached out to Purina with an idea—giving patients an
It was tremendously difficult to choose our winners this year, but during these difficult times, we are thrilled to be able to offer this scholarship to a select number of deserving parents.⠀ ⠀ The many beautiful stories that came into our inbox these past 2 weeks were THE highlight of this enrollment period, and a
For the most part, the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus is common and harmless, posing no threat to humans with whom they coexist. Occasionally, though, it can become an opportunistic pathogen, causing skin and bloodstream infections or food poisoning. For more than a century, scientists have searched for an effective vaccine, including at least 15 successful preclinical
For a lot of people, family life is synonymous with shuttling kids around in a minivan. But thanks to the increasing availability of spacious bicycles designed specifically to carry kids and stuff, combined with a growing network of bike routes in many Canadian cities, parents are discovering there’s a better way to get around: cargo
Got nothing after “This Little Piggy”? Ramp up your repertoire with these games that are sure to delight your baby (and you!). In the early weeks, enjoying your newborn consists mostly of gazing at her while she sleeps or nurses (since that’s what she spends almost all of her time doing!). But before long, she
In a recent study published in the Pediatrics journal, researchers assessed body-mass index (BMI) variations during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Study: Changes in BMI During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Image Credit: Paranyu/Shutterstock Various studies have reported the increase in body weights of children during the COVID-19 pandemic. This could be possibly due to the
Date night is calling! So is a unique family fun night or a night out with friends! Although COVID and its social distancing and mask-wearing protocols seem to still be in everyone’s minds, social activities are coming back in full force. If you don’t feel comfortable getting too close or are just looking for something
From brand new attractions to the new Genie+ system, here are the Disneyland tips families should know before visiting in 2022 or beyond. Walt Disney once said, “Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.” Those words took on new meaning during the COVID-19 pandemic as families cancelled vacations to
With a new baby and a pandemic to worry about, I didn’t spend too much time in 2020 thinking about my hairline. It took cleaning out my phone to show me just how much of a disaster it was. I recently went through my phone to delete old photos, which is something I do every
Screening sperm may help identify potentially harmful new genetic mutations and help fertility specialists prevent them from being passed on to offspring, shows a preliminary study published in eLife. The results suggest a potential tool to help improve fertility treatment outcomes. New harmful disease-causing mutations can arise in sperm, and fathers may inadvertently pass them
Not all electronic cigarette devices are created equal. Some fourth-generation models – such as Juul devices – are associated with unique changes in markers of immune responses inside our airways, according to a new peer-reviewed paper from UNC School of Medicine researchers led by toxicologist Ilona Jaspers, PhD, director of the UNC Center for Environmental
The media surrounding Roe V Wade has opened the floodgates for worry, including arguments such as religious oppression to medical transparency and even medical coverage. Ownership over self, for men and women alike, including personal and social responsibility, boils down to one thing: bodily autonomy. Read More: 5 Self-Control Tips and Activities for Kids It