If you are one of the many couples who have decided to wait to start a family, it would be in your best interest to make an appointment at an infertility center as soon as you make this decision. Not only will this give you a better idea of what happens when you put off children until your 30s or 40s, it will also prepare you for the different ways to help you conceive should there be problems.
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Parenting a child with attention deficit disorder (ADD) can bring all sorts of challenges. It is more difficult for your child to focus and concentrate, so he may not do as well in school or he might forget to complete his chores around the house. However, if you use a few different techniques, you can make things easier for both you and your kid. Here are four helpful tips for helping a child with ADD:
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If you've ever gotten injured or become sick enough to contact your doctor but you've found your doctor's office swamped for the day and unable to see you, you know waiting can sometimes be more than uncomfortable. A number of options have sprung up to help you get medical attention in these situations, but they're not all the same. Here are four considerations that can point you toward whether or not to go to retail clinics or an urgent care center.
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You already know that the pediatrician helps your child to feel better when she's sick and keeps her health through well visits. But, what else can the pediatric doctor do? Check out these not-so-obvious services that pediatric doctors offer!
Immunizations
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a set schedule of immunizations, beginning at birth and continuing through early adulthood. These include vaccines for illnesses such as Hepatitis A and B, the mumps, measles, rotavirus, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, pneumonia and rubella.
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Milk allergies are very common. Many people suffer from some sort of discomfort from exposure to milk, whether mild or severe. This is why it is so important that parents know what to look for in their children so they can catch a milk allergy or intolerance early. Here are some things that you need to know.
Anaphylaxis and Milk
If your child has a severe allergy to milk they may respond with severe anaphylaxis.
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