Child Care
20 Sep Supporting Families Abroad: Enhancing Early Stimulation for Children
As a developmental pediatrician, I often meet working parents from abroad who are concerned about their toddlers' engagement and responsiveness. The challenge of balancing work, limited quality time, and screen exposure can impact child development. Here are some innovative strategies for parents: 1. Quality Over Quantity: Focus...
24 Aug Understanding Adolescent Voice Transition
Puberphonia What it is? It is a voice disorder where usually a teenager or young adult, retains a higher-pitched voice despite reaching puberty Indicators: Unusually high pitch voice Strain or effort in speaking How can parents and teachers support? Be patient and empathetic Provide reassurance and support- Consult your Paediatrician /Speech language...
17 Aug
A brief look: My perspective as a mom and a paediatrician on modern parenting As both a mother and pediatrician, I see how modern parenting trends can sometimes blur essential boundaries. Here’s a guide to effective parenting: 1. Set Clear Boundaries: Consistent rules and discipline provide children...
26 Jul Prudent Considerations when selecting medications for children
I recently witnessed a strenuous journey of a recovery involving a toddler who faced unexpected challenges further to using alternative medicine. Initially thriving and reaching developmental milestones, the child experienced a setback when a treatment for loose stools left him to develop excessive lethargy and neuro...
21 Jul Is your child ready for the school?
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Assessing school readiness in children involves evaluating various developmental areas to ensure they are prepared for formal education. 1. Cognitive Skills: Check if the child can follow simple instructions, recognize shapes, colors, and letters, and solve basic problems appropriate for their age. 2. Language Skills: Ensure the...
13 Jul Helping your child overcome pronunciation challenges: Key Tips and Strategies
Pronunciation errors in children can arise from various factors, and it's important to consider both developmental norms and potential underlying medical issues that could affect speech. Here are some key considerations from a medical perspective: 1. Hearing Deficits: Hearing plays a critical role in speech development....
07 Jul Things to look out for in your 1-year-old
Developmental checklist for your toddler: Does your child do the engages in the following? Copies movements and gestures Bangs objects together Drinks from a cup and uses other objects correctly Finds things that are hidden Looks at the right object when it is named Can follow...
28 Jun Understanding food labels for Teens
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Adolescents in general need 2000 calories per day Males: 2800 calories /day Females 2200 calories /day Balanced Diet Total calories per day Carbohydrates preferably complex carbohydrates: 45% to 65% Fat 25% -35% Protein 10- 30% Percentage daily value (%DV): It is the percentage of the daily value of the nutrient in a...
27 Jun Does your kid have the back to school blues?
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The start of a new school year can bring a mix of emotions for both children and parents alike. While it's natural to feel a bit of apprehension or sadness as the carefree days of summer come to an end, there are effective ways to...