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According to the CDC, about one in six children in the United States has one or another kind of developmental delay or developmental disability. Possible signs of developmental delay include a baby not being able to hold their head up by 4 months of age; can't sit well by 10 months of age; doesn't move …

Muscular dystrophy causes progressive muscle weakness, and each stage presents with different symptoms Muscular dystrophy is a group of diseases that cause progressive muscle weakness, resulting from defects in the gene responsible for muscle formation. There are different types of muscular dystrophy, and they differ from each other in terms of their symptoms and the type of gene involved. Some …

Most toddlers need about 10 to 14 hours of sleep a day, which includes one to two daytime naps. Help your toddler with sleep problems by making sleep times fun, keeping a regular bedtime schedule, having a regular bedtime routine, ensuring your toddler has a balanced daytime schedule and applying other strategies. They say that 90 percent of parenting is …

A language disorder affects the way a child comprehends or uses language There are three different types of language disorders: Receptive language disorder: Children with receptive language disorder have difficulty understanding language. They struggle to comprehend words they hear or read, as well as what others are saying. They often respond in ways that don’t make sense. Expressive language disorder: …

Hair loss in children isn’t uncommon, and may be caused by certain health conditions While many adults expect to lose hair as they age, hair loss in children can be alarming. While it’s not uncommon, it’s important to understand what is causing your child’s hair to fall out.  The following types of hair loss are normal and reversible: Newborns: As …

The most common symptom of an ear infection is pain. You can tell if you baby has a ear infection because they may cry, have a fever, not want to eat, have trouble sleeping and exhibit other symptoms. The most common symptom of an ear infection is pain. Older children can tell you that their ears hurt. Babies may cry …

Mesenteric lymphadenitis is an inflammatory condition that causes swollen lymph nodes in the stomach Mesenteric lymphadenitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the lymph nodes in the mesentery, which is the membrane that connects the bowel to the abdominal wall. It mainly affects children and teens.  This painful condition can mimic appendicitis or intussusception, a condition in which part of …

Norovirus is highly contagious, and vomiting and diarrhea can cause severe hydration in children Norovirus, also called the winter vomiting bug, is a highly contagious virus that causes sudden, severe vomiting and diarrhea.  It spreads easily and is the most common cause of gastroenteritis. Spread of the virus occurs through food, water, contaminated surfaces, and contact with an infected person. …

Here’s what to look for to determine whether your child is sick with a cold Looking after a child is certainly not child’s play. Children have their own unique ways of expressing themselves, which may not always be easy to understand for adults. This is especially true when a child isn’t feeling well. Colds are one of the most common …

Learn about the 3 patterns of sensory processing disorders (SPDs) and how they affect the senses Sensory processing disorders (SPDs) are classified into three broad patterns: Pattern 1: Sensory modulation disorder. The affected person has difficulty in responding to sensory stimuli. They may be over-responsive, under-responsive, or crave stimuli. Pattern 2: Sensory-based motor disorder. The affected person has difficulty with …