High & Low Blood Pressure in Kids

 

Blood pressure is the measurement of the force produced as the heart pumps blood. While blood pressure varies throughout the day depending on activity levels, posture, diet, body temperature, and other factors, sustained high or low blood pressure is a cause for medical concern. Problems with high or low blood pressure can often be genetic, especially when identified in teens or young children read more here…

Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids

One of the best ways to get your kids to eat healthy snacks is to stock a special area for them in the fridge and in the kitchen pantry where they can quickly grab and enjoy their own snacks. And, as the old adage goes: If you don’t buy it – they can’t eat it. When you want to commit to a healthier lifestyle for your family, the best thing you can do is not to allow junk food in your home in the first place read more here…

Hereditary Diseases in Kids

Hereditary diseases in kids are becoming increasingly common. These can be mild or severe. Sometimes they are caught before birth due to genetic screenings or ultrasounds, but in other cases, a disorder is identified at birth or during childhood. You may work with a genetic counselor throughout your pregnancy if you have a prevalence of certain disorders in your family history read more here...

Congenital Disabilities in Kids

Congenital defects are physical conditions that are present at birth. According to the CDC, congenital disabilities affect 1 in 33 babies born in the United States each year. Common congenital disabilities include limb defects, heart defects, and spinal defects. They may be diagnosed in the womb via ultrasound or identified shortly after birth. They can be caused by genetic defects or environmental factors such as infections and chronic health conditions during pregnancy (for example, diabetes or high blood pressure) read more here...