A study by the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research of more than 40,000 women and their babies found that women who gained more than 40 pounds during their pregnancies were nearly twice as likely to have a heavy baby. Published in the November 2008 issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, the study found that more [...]

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital - With monsters, goblins and super-heroes descending on homes everywhere, it’s important to follow some common sense practices and to be extra vigilant for possible safety hazards so that children have a fun, healthy and safe Halloween.
Most people think of Halloween as a time for fun and treats for children but [...]

A new anesthesiology study analysis presented at the 2008 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, indicates a possible link between childhood exposure to general anesthesia and an increased risk of behavioral and developmental disorders in young children.
Recent animal studies have shown that commonly used anesthetic agents may have serious neurotoxic effects on [...]

For children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), tasks that require concentration such as doing homework or taking a test can be very difficult. A simple, inexpensive remedy may be a “dose of nature.”
A study conducted at the University of Illinois shows that children with ADHD demonstrate greater attention after a 20-minute walk in a [...]

Duke.edu - People who began drinking and using marijuana regularly prior to their 15th birthday face a higher risk of early pregnancy, as well as a pattern of school failure, substance dependence, sexually-transmitted disease and criminal convictions that lasts into their 30s.
A study published online by the journal Psychological Science has been able to [...]

MayoClinic.org - Many women - especially multitasking working mothers - know the overwhelmed feeling and stress caused by too much to do and too little time. Better time management can help you do more. And it has health benefits, such as less stress and a better quality of life.
The October 2008 issue of Mayo Clinic [...]