There comes a time in every parent’s life when their child needs medicine. It can be a confusing, scary time. But communicating with your family doctor and pharmacist, asking the right questions, and educating yourself as much as possible can help the medicine go down much easier. Path to improved health Your child’s doctor and your pharmacist can answer questions about prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines. (OTC medicines can be bought without a prescription from your doctor.) Here are some things you should learn about each of the medicines that your child takes by mouth (oral me ..read more

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Right before birth, most babies are in a headfirst position in the mother’s uterus. Sometimes, the baby is in a bottom-first (or feet-first) position. This is called a breech birth or breech baby. Babies can be breech early in pregnancy. Most of them turn on their own to be headfirst by the time of delivery. As you get closer to your due date, your doctor will be able to tell if your baby is breech. They can check by a physical exam, ultrasound, or both. Breech babies are more likely in these cases: Early, or premature births Multiple births (two or more babies) An abnormal level of amniotic ..read more

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Talking to your child about sex doesn’t have to be difficult (or embarrassing). Have the conversation early and often. Your home will become a safe and comfortable environment for your child to ask questions. Your child needs to hear accurate information about sex from you. This includes the basics (vaginal, oral, and anal sex), birth control, sexual assault, sexual molestation, and your family’s moral beliefs. Your child needs to know that they can talk with you about sex. They can talk with you about their changing bodies, their feelings, their concerns, and their confusion. You don’t have ..read more

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Safe sex and a loving partner can be a recipe for happiness. Engaging in sexual activity can bring instant emotional and physical satisfaction. The emotional benefits of sex between two consenting adults have been well documented. They include: Stress relief. When you experience consensual sex with a loving partner, you’re happy. Sexual activity gives you a break from the stresses of your life. Even if the break is only for an hour, it’s a welcome relief. Partner intimacy A happy, healthy sexual relationship strengthens your everyday relationship with your partner. It promotes both trust and ..read more

Sometimes it may seem your child or teen eats all the time. It may seem they are eating lots of snacks between meals or overeating at meals. How do you know if this behavior is something to worry about or something normal that will pass? What can you do to help your child keep a healthy weight and avoid overeating? Path to improved health A child’s eating habits develop early in life, perhaps between the ages of 1 to 2 years. That’s why it’s important for parents to teach and encourage healthy eating habits. These examples should be started at an early age and continue through the teenage yea ..read more