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The majority of women attempt breastfeeding, less than 50 % maintain breastfeeding. The rate of breast milk production relates to the degree of emptiness or fullness of the breasts. Human milk is superior to formula in regards to proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, hormones, enzymes, growth factors and protective agents. The first milk that is secreted is colostrum. Colostrum may not be high in volume, however, it is very important for its high antibody concentration. Colostrum also helps to establish the beneficial bacteria that is needed in the infants gut.
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Traumatic brain injury accounts for 70-80% of trauma deaths in children. Most common cause of traumatic brain injury is motor vehicle accident vs a bicycle. Children do not have proper riding habits and do not wear helmets. Helmets can decrease the risk of bicycle related traumatic brain injury by 70-90%.
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Trauma is the number one cause of serious morbidity and mortality in children. Motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death. All 50 states have laws mandating the use of child restraint devices for infants traveling in motor vehicle. Many states also have laws for children up to 3 years of age. Only 1/5th of 4-5 year olds are properly restrained at all times while in a motor vehicle.
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Urinary tract infections (UTI) in females less than 5 years of age and boys at any age need to be evaluated and properly worked up. Urinary tract infections in young children can many times be due to an anatomic abnormality of the urinary system.
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Before bringing your newborn home from the hospital you need to have some basic items. Have diapers, extra outfits, blankets, infant Tylenol, diaper cream, bathing essentials, bulb nose suction and finger nail clippers on hand. For those infants who are formula fed, make sure you have formula at home.
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Having a healthy baby begins before a woman becomes pregnant. Studies have shown that maternal obesity, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, smoking and more can have a negative impact on delivery and health of the infant. Exercise is important as it allows a woman to be in better physical condition to have a healthy delivery.
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Atopic dermatitis is a continually relapsing itchy rash that is commonly seen in children. This response may be due to allergies of food or environment, climate, sweat, infections, stress, etc. The onset usually begins at 2-3 months of age and one may see periodic exacerbations into adulthood.
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Last episode we talked about the why and complications of obesity. This episode we will discuss some things that you can do to prevent obesity in your child. The first and foremost you should do is talk with your child’s physician. Express your concerns, if they do not share in your concern then find another physician who will.
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This episode is part 1 of a two part series on childhood/adolescent obesity. Today’s topic will discuss the why of obesity and the complications that may occur with obesity. Episode #6 discusses things that can be done to prevent obesity.
Obesity is currently an epidemic for our children. One in three children and adolescents are overweight or obese. The majority of obese adolescents become obese adults. There is also a strong correlation of parental obesity and the risk of the child becoming obese. Adolescents are starting to show changes in the blood vessels for atherosclerosis.
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Constipation is common in children between the ages of 3-7 years. The definition of constipation is hard painful stools. Some sources feel constipation is failure to pass 3 stools per week. Always discuss a concern of your child’s constipation with his or her physician. The most common form of constipation is “Functional fecal retention”, however, constipation can also be a sign of much more serious issues that need to be addressed.
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