Clarification on HIB booster postWe need to post a clarification regarding the HIB booster for toddlers. Kids who are 12-15 months will be getting their HIB booster at their upcoming well child visits, which is the regular vaccination schedule prior to the shortage. Any.
Pic o’ the week: Hand-foot-and-mouthThis is the bug of the week in […]
Food Allergies Still Top Priority for FDAGood news EUR
Coffee Risk on Pregnant WomenDanish researchers report that moderate drinking moderate amounts of caffeine during pregnancy women does not cause premature or underweight births. Researchers found no evidence of a link between prematurity, birth weight and the amount of caffeine consumed by motherstobe. Previous studies suggested caffeine might harm unborn babies as it stays in […]
New Vitamin D dropsIf you have been following our blog on this topic, you know that the AAP changed its recommendations for Vitamin D supplements this past fall. All breastfed babies, and babies receiving less than 32 oz a day of formula should.
Stretch Marks: Common CausesWhat are stretch marks? Stretch marks are the nasty lines […]
Indonesian Medics Mull Surgey for Dicephalus BabyPair of Dicephalus Baby was born after a caesarian operation on August 8″ in Indonesia with a healthy condition … and with complete organs” said Purwanti, hospital spokeswoman Dyah Purwanti. But they were unsure whether they would be able to operate on a two-headed baby.The medical team at the […]
Food Allergies Still Top Priority for FDAGood news EUR
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Insulin ResistancePCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is a health problem that can affect a womans menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. It’s hormonal imbalance linked to the way the body processes insulin after it has been produced by the pancreas to regulate blood sugar (glucose). Features of […]
Binkies and breastfeeding can mixThis week actually brought health news other than H1N1 virus. A study in this month’s Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine sought to debunk a myth that’s been circulating for quite some time: Pacifiers don’t make a baby or mom.
Insurance Coverage for Amino Acid Based Formula in Texas!Great news for Texans! […]
Milk Protein Allergy Symptoms: Nothing To Sneeze AtOne of my favorite parts about being a nutrition specialist is talking to parents. While sometimes I just answer questions, other times I am able to hear a familys actual allergy story. This is great because it helps me understand what parents are really going through.
Unfortunately, one thing […]
Product Recall Alert EUR Pilgrims Pride Frozen PoultryThe USDAs Food Safety and Inspection Service announced that Pilgrim’s Pride Corp., a Texas firm, is recalling 608,188 pounds of frozen poultry products that may contain undeclared milk, soy, and wheat allergens. The products were shipped to Kroger establishments across the country. The undeclared allergens were discovered by […]