When should you go to the emergency room?
August 22, 2011
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
Big scratches? Little accident? Fever? Suspicious spots? Sure, your child is not well but should you go to the emergency room? Motherforlife helps you decide whether or not you should go.
5 tips for sleepy children
May 5, 2013
Sleep
My children sleep like a log. Maybe I’m lucky, maybe not… You'll never know until you try these simple tips.
My child is a sleepwalker
March 23, 2013
Sleep
You already found your child standing up, asleep, while he should have been in bed? Is he sleepwalking? Why? Is it dangerous?
Encopresis
March 21, 2013
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
Do you know what encopresis is? This problem related to bowel movements affects many families, touching 1.5 % to 7 % of children between the ages of 6 to 12 years old.
Getting ready for the Daylight Saving Time
February 21, 2011
Sleep
At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 13th, 2011, we’ll return to the Daylight Saving Time, which means one less hour of sleep and a possible disruption of our sleeping patterns.
Nudity and modesty
February 6, 2013
Sexuality
A young child running around naked, a breastfeeding mom who shows her breasts a lot more than she used to, a father running out of the shower. How should we deal with nudity?
Everything you need to know about painkillers!
January 25, 2013
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
Pain medication and fever reducers are called analgesics or antipyretics. There are only two types of over-the-counter painkillers for children: acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
Recurrent infections in children
January 3, 2013
Natural Alternatives
Another bad cough that wakes you up at night, a runny nose, otitis, bronchitis and antibiotics. Winter can be stressful for children and even more so for parents.
Children medication
November 1, 2012
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
We are always sad to hear our little ones coughing. Cough medication are not for children anymore, so what do we do? What medication cant we use and why?
Setting bedtimes for school children
August 4, 2012
Sleep
In summertime, we tend to be more permissive but during the school year, we must set bedtimes for children. Adequate sleep is the best way to keep children concentrated, in shape and in a good mood!
The impact of fluoride on dental health
July 17, 2012
Healthy Body
The use of fluoride prevents tooth decay but fluoride is also a complex element that should be used sparingly.
Prevent dehydration in children
July 12, 2012
Healthy Body
During the summer, children spend a lot if time outside. So before sending them out, here are some simple tips to prevent dehydration.
Summertime is here... The sun stays up longer, we work a bit less and we enjoy prolonged weekends... Hurray for the holidays! Here are a few suggestions of activities for the whole family.
In a few weeks, children will begin a new school year. Whether it be their first day or they are returning for another year, here are some articles to help you prepare.