17-Month-Old Butts His Head
This behavior is probably normal. Seventeen months is that difficult age when toddlers are learning to control themselves and the world around them. read more
August 17, 1998
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Two-Year-Old Still Not Speaking
A normal child's speech has progressively improved clarity -- roughly half intelligible by two years of age, moving toward fully intelligible by four ... read more
August 17, 1998
Cold Versus Warm Humidifiers
Both warm and cool mist humidifiers accomplish the same thing -- getting moisture into the air. read more
August 17, 1998
Skin Problem on Ears
It isn't always possible to make an exact diagnosis of a rash without seeing it firsthand, but this sounds like seborrheic dermatitis. read more
August 17, 1998
Bottles and Milk Production
The more often you put the baby to the breast, the more breast milk you'll make ("demand and supply"). read more
August 17, 1998
DPT Apprehension
There is no scientific proof that the DPT shot causes mental retardation, autism, or death. read more
August 17, 1998
Infant Car Seats
A conventional infant car seat is recommended over the new, built-in car seats. read more
August 17, 1998
Son Won't Use Potty
If a child is making progress, don't push him. When he is good and ready, he will have his bowel movements on the toilet. read more
August 17, 1998
Biting Other Children
Toddlers and preschoolers bite for any number of reasons, including getting attention, being overexcited, and showing signs of affection. read more
August 17, 1998
Flu Shot and Allergies
When a child has asthma and an egg allergy, the flu shot may not be advisable. Consult with your child's doctor. read more
November 13, 1998
Tylenol and Toddlers
If misused, Tylenol and other brands of acetaminophen have the potential for fatal injury to a toddler's liver. read more
August 17, 1998
Four-Year-Old Wets the Bed
Once your child is interested in overcoming his bedwetting, two guiding principles apply: work with him and protect his self-esteem. read more
August 17, 1998