Does it seem like the more you scratch, the more your skin itches? Usually, itchy skin has a fairly innocuous cause: dry skin. Howver, in other cases, itch can signal other undiagnosed medical issues that need a doctor’s attention.
Do You Have an Itchy Scalp? 5 Common Problems and Fixes
Many conditions can cause an itchy scalp, from dandruff to ringworm or something more serious like a bacterial infection or autoimmune condition. Learn about five common problems and fixes.
5 Best Safety Tips for Babies, Toddlers at Tub Time
Here’s how to keep your baby safe at bath time. Our expert offers 5 key tips.
Could Early Exposure to Peanuts Help Avoid Allergy Later?
Should you give your child peanuts early to avoid an allergy? Our experts weigh in on the latest research.
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Baby on Solids Too Soon?
Tired parents, you might be tempted to put a little cereal in their your baby’s bottle, just to help everyone get some sleep. But experts say, think again. A new study from the American Academy of Pediatrics confirms that many parents are jumping the gun and feeding their babies solid food before the age of … Read More
Don’t Feed Your Baby Solid Food Before 6 Months
Like many pediatricians, I recommend that you introduce solid food to your baby no earlier than 6 months old. A study published in the April issue of the journal Pediatrics shows many moms are jumping the gun and feeding their babies solid food earlier without knowing the risks. Of the 1,300 moms that were questioned, 40 … Read More
