Gene linked to autismTwo separate studies, published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine and in Human Molecular Genetics, identified an abnormal region on Chromosome 16 that is found in 1% of kids with autism.Obviously, this is not an explanation for.
Hemp Cloth DiapersHemp cloth diapers are super-popular because they are environmentally friendly and […]
Formula 411 for Food Allergy Families
When my wife and I were expecting our first child, a lot of questions went through our minds, such as EUR
Summer Camp on a Special Diet
When I was a kid, my summer days usually consisted of riding bikes, running through the sprinkler in my underwear and mischief I wont mention in case my kids ever read this. Nowadays, summer camps are the thing. And its not all KumBa Ya. A kid today can go to […]
Allergy In-Laws EUR Grandpas Got Something Yummy
When my wife and I got engaged, we were both thrilled, knowing we were going to spend the rest of our lives together. Then we realized that promising EUR
Double Check Labels and Expiration Dates Please!
Milk in bottled water! CVS selling expired baby formula! Recently, there have been a few news stories that are quite shocking.
As an allergy parent, youre a pro at reading food labels. However, most people wouldnt think to check the label on a bottle of water. Now, you might have […]
Teaching Your Child About MoneyAre you teaching your child about money? Start now, with these five simple tips to give your child excellent financial grounding.
New Cholesterol Screening GuidelinesThe American Academy of Pediatrics updated its policy regarding cholesterol screening in kids in the July issue of Pediatrics. Unfortunately, many media outlets chose to highlight only the discussion of […]
Congress moves to ban phthalatesFirst, it was bisphenol. Now, it’s phthalates turn.The Washington Post reports today that the Congress has passed a ban on phthalates in children’s products. This follows a similar move by European safety regulators in 1999 and state bans in California,.
Mercury out, autism rates still going upA study, published in the Archives […]
Fitness as a Means of Developing Youth AthletesThere are many factors that make up a quality athlete. Some factors are unchangeable genetic factors. Others require years of work on skills and knowledge of the sport.
Would you like to be on Good Morning America?I know many of you allergy parents out there have had issues with […]
A Fresh Look At Schooling: The Role of Grades (Part 3 of 3)The purpose of schooling is to teach our children to learn and produce quality work. In order to accomplish this goal, our schools must re-think the ways in which they view the educational process.
Save Money on Baby CareSaving money caring for baby is […]
Getting Kids Back to NatureToday’s children spend little or no time outside. Children’s physical activity specialist Rae Pica offers her advice on getting your kids outdoors.
(Stop if you’ve heard this before . .) Do Vaccines cause Autism?Like the bad guy in a horror movie that keeps coming back to life, the controversy over vaccines and […]