babies and children
Breastfeeding by vegetarian mothers
You can breast-feed healthily on a vegetarian diet. You can even breast-feed on a vegan diet - after all, cows don't drink milk. If you are breast-feeding, try to keep to a similar diet to that which you had during pregnancy. Any deficiencies in your diet wi...read more
Bringing up a baby
Birth - 6 months From birth to 6 months all of the baby's nutritional needs can be met through breast milk. If mothers choose to change to bottle-feeding before the age of 6 months, Farleys Soya Formula is suitable. If baby is also receiving bottle feeds, m...read more
Brining up your child vegetarian
It's amazing how people who wouldn't dream of telling you how to conduct your marriage or your finances are quite happy to wade in with advice (or instructions) on child rearing. Nothing excites people's minds more than hearing that you are going to raise your child as a vegetarian. I've hea...read more
Can hormones prevent premature birth?
Premature birth is the biggest single cause of death and disability in babies. Recent studies suggest the hormone progesterone can cut the risk of preterm labour. By studying exactly how progesterone works, researchers hope to reveal better ways to stop babi...read more
Care for a premature baby
Do premature babies need special care? Yes, babies born prematurely (before the due date) may need special care during their first 2 years, especially if they were very small at birth (less than 3 pounds). Here's some advice on how to care for your baby when he or she comes...read more
Children and hypnotherapy
Children over the age of 7 years of age respond exceptionally well to therapy, with amazing results after only a single session.I insist that children under the age of 16 always be accompanied by a parent or guardian, preferably the one which child gets on w...read more
Children and overloaded backpacks: use common sense!
Backpacks are great for carrying more than can be carried in the arms and hands alone. And, for children, backpacks help to keep important books and papers organized. However, overloaded backpacks can cause headache along with neck, back and arm pain. In add...read more
Children and psoriasis
Psoriasis is a recurrent skin condition that affects around 2% of the population in the UK. In simple terms, it is only an acceleration of the usual replacement processes of the skin. Normally a skin cell matures in 21 to 28 days during its passage to the surface where a con...read more
Children and toxic chemicals
The true Cost of Chemicals In a day and age where we increasingly seek a quick solution to our problems we find ourselves confronted by the cost that we are really paying for convenience.Health and environmental groups around the world are calling for bans and action on everything fromread more
Children with meningitis
If you think your child has meningitis, get medical help at once. Meningitis is rare but it is dangerous and although the HIB vaccine protects against one type of bacterial meningitis, there are several forms of the disease which do not have vaccines. Howeve...read more
Children's mental health: feeding the next generation
Dr Neil Ward from the Department of Chemistry at Surrey University explained the influence that toxins and heavy metals can have on childrens’ behaviour.His researches suggest that in ADHD children low levels of zinc, ...read more
Children, youth and mental disorders
Though Canada prides itself on its universal health care system, mental health services for children and youth are not keeping pace with the high rates of depression, suicide, eating disorders, schizophrenia and other mental illnesses in young Canadians.A 20...read more
Choosing child care
Types of childcare Live-in nannies live with the family they are working for, who provide them with food and a private bedroom in addition to their salary. Daily nannies come to the family home each day. Baby-sitting in the evenings might be arra...read more
Common illnesses
Autism Autism affects the way a child communicates and relates to other people. Early signs include not fixing his or her eyes on your face, resisting being cuddled, and a delay in speaking and hyperactivity. 1-3 autistic children never learn to talk. You may have noticed t...read more
Coping with fertility problems
Obviously no-one wants to have a fertility problem but there is no doubt that taking some time to find out more about the things that control your fertility can help. Not only will the information help you control the powerful emotions that can surface during this time but also the additiona...read more
Cranial ostheopathy can heal you
Osteopathy is a method of healing that is based on the concept that the body is one complete system of bones, muscles and nerves and, that they are all inter-related. An imbalance in musculoskeletal system d...read more
Dealing with hyperactivity
Hyperactivity affects thousands of babies, children and adults in varying degrees. It is symptomatic of a wide range of disorders that affect behaviour, learning processes and communication. A child is often affected before ...read more
Dental care: information for parents
Sack the sugar Refined sugar (sucrose) causes tooth decay.Jamie Oliver showed us just how much rubbish is put into children's school meals without our knowledge. The same is true of sugar in processed foods. Just as a test go to your nearest supermarket and check the packag...read more
Depressed children: try to understand them
Most people feel sad some of the time but depression is a lasting sadness and a feeling of hopelessness. This also results in a lack of self worth and sometimes feelings of guilt.Depression can be brought on by an external factor – unh...read more
Diagnosing asthma in children: the symptoms
Diagnosing asthma in infants and toddlers can be difficult as many children wheeze and suffer recurrent colds, especially if they go to a crèche or day mother where they’re exposed to other children’s colds and coughs.In most cases wheezingread more
Do's and dont's of preganancy in allergy prone mothers
Pregnant mothers should: Not smoke cigarettes and avoid passive smoking. Avoid excessive alcohol intake. Avoid allergy provoking foods such as peanuts, nuts, sesame, eggs and fish. Avoid excessive exposure to pets such as cats, dogs, horses and house-...read more
Does my child need stuttering therapy
Stuttering can become a lifelong part of talking for some people. However, it does not have to interfere with your child’s ability to make friends, participate in the classroom, make good grades, form lasting relationships, or achieve career goals.Deciding whether to t...read more
Does my kid have a cold or an allergy?
These are signs that your child may have an allergy: Irritated, red, itchy eyes; Repeated sneezing: Children also sneeze when they have colds, but is more commonly associated with allergies; A runny nose, with clear, watery discharge, not thick...read more
Down's Syndrome, a developmental disability
Down's Syndrome is a condition someone is born with which causes learning disabilities, caused by an extra 'number 21' chromosome. It can come from either the mother or the father and there is no way to predict it. Down's Syndrome is the most common cause of developmental disability ...read more
Drugs, smoking and alcohol
Almost all recreational drugs are illegal, and you can go to prison if you are caught in possession. This may mean that it is much more difficult to get into University or get a job because you have a police record. To give yourself the best chance to develop a sharp mind and body, don&rsquo...read more
