Natal Teeth Let Babies Take A Bite Of Life Early

When a Kansas woman gave birth to her baby two months ago, it wasn't the baby's sex that surprised her but the announcement that the newborn girl already had teeth. Although it may seem to defy the natural order of things, natal teeth (also called fetal teeth) are actually not that rare. Here's more information about this condition and tips on handling this situation. About Natal Teeth In general, babies don't get their first tooth until they are 5 or 6 months old. Read More 

Boost Your Loved One’s Morale And Help Them Maintain Their Health After They Move To A Nursing Home

If one of your parents has recently moved to a nursing home, adjusting to their new environment may make time and cause them to feel isolated in the meantime. Help them overcome negative feelings by participating in some activities with them that will help boost their morale and help them maintain their health. Go On A Nature Walk And Make A Scrapbook Walk the grounds of the nursing home with your parent and take photographs of the trees, plants, and flowers that are native to the area. Read More 

Three Benefits Of Using A Midwife For Prenatal Care

When most people consider using the services of a midwife rather than a traditional physician for the birth of their baby, they concentrate more on the actual delivery instead of the nine months leading up to the big event. However, there are many benefits involved in seeing a professional midwife, like those at Women's Healthcare Associates LLC, instead of a doctor for prenatal care as well as for delivery. Following are three of them. Read More 

When to See a Gastroenterologist about Frequent Stomach Growling

If you often find yourself in business meetings, at church or other quiet places and your stomach growls and roars embarrassingly, it may be time to find a gastroenterologist to try to tame that baby lion. Every Stomach Growls You are not alone in your embarrassment. Everybody has experienced annoying stomach sounds at times, and some stomachs are just noisier than others. Common Reasons Why your Stomach Growls The growling sounds occur because the muscles of your stomach and small intestines are doing their job. Read More 

What You Need To Know About Hand, Foot And Mouth Disease

Every year, thousands of children across the world are diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease. The illness can range from mild to severe depending on the strain that the child is exposed to. The important thing about hand, foot, and mouth disease is catching it early on and knowing how to treat it. What Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease? Hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by a virus. This virus generally is not fatal or super dangerous, unless a young infant contracts it. Read More