Many people don’t think of the bathroom as a dangerous place but it can be. There are thousands of injuries that occur in bathrooms every year to people of all ages. Children are especially vulnerable to injury in the bathroom. It is the caregiver’s responsibility to keep children safe while in the bathroom. Read on…
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Learn the symptoms of postpartum depression Having a new baby is a wonderful time in life but not everyone always feels happy after having a baby. Women experience many physical and emotional changes during pregnancy and the months after pregnancy. Some women may experience feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness after giving birth. Read on…
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The number one cause of death of children between the age of one month and one year is sudden infant death syndrome, also known as SIDS. It is described as the sudden and unexplained death of an infant younger than one-year-old. Approximately, 1,545 infants die every year from SIDS. Unfortunately, there is no foolproof method…
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One of the big questions you may face if you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant is the use of medication. Many people take medication daily to stay healthy but not all medications are considered safe to take during pregnancy. Some medications are known to possibly cause pregnancy complications, miscarriage, birth defects, premature birth,…
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Most people are familiar with the medical condition referred to as hypertension or high blood pressure. Having high blood pressure during pregnancy may lead to the pregnancy condition known as pre-eclampsia. This condition is characterized by two main symptoms, high blood pressure and protein present in the urine. Pre-eclampsia is dangerous and can lead to…
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U.S. News & World Report recently published an article on ‘How to Choose a Maternity Hospital.’ The article’s purpose is to help pregnant women find the maternity hospital that is best for them by asking questions that give insight into the hospital’s healthcare team, facility outcomes, and labor and delivery details. Read on to learn…
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It can be challenging for parents to know when and where to get medical care for their children. Pediatrician offices are generally only open during business hours, but medical care is sometimes needed outside those hours, especially when it comes to children. Fortunately, there are emergency rooms and urgent care facilities that can provide care…
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If you are a new mother or soon to be new mother, you may be feeling overwhelmed with how much there is to learn. You have probably thought for hours about what diapers are best, what toys you need, which car seat is safest, and what is my baby going to eat. Fortunately, there are…
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Women are more likely than men to have uncommon symptoms of a heart attack and a silent heart attack. The typical image that plays in a person’s mind when they think of a heart attack may look something like someone clutching their chest, grasping, and crumbling over, but this is not always the case, especially…
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Being a mother is tough, especially if it’s your first time. When having your first baby you learn a lot of new stuff you probably never knew about, like diapers, strollers, baby toys, and more. One of the most intimidating things to learn about as a new mom is breastfeeding. Fortunately, there are many professionals…
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