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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

By Laura Leavitt

Keep an eye out for this virus common in children.
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HPV (Human Papillomavirus)

By Laura Leavitt

It's important to know both what HPV is and how it is spread.
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Management of Fever in Children

By JustMommies staff

Fever is a rise in body temperature above the body's normal set point. Normal body temperature is between 97° -99.5° F. However, most doctors consider a temperature of 100.4° F or above as a sign of fever. What causes a fever? There are two primary causes for a child to have a rise in temperature
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Benefits of Soy for Children

By 8th Continent

Soy is packed with protein and makes many delicious foods.
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What is Nursemaid's Elbow?

By JustMommies staff

Nursemaid's elbow or annular ligament displacement/radial head subluxation is an injury to the ligament that keeps the radius and ulna (bones of the forearm) in position. Nursemaid's elbow is a common injury that occurs in children under 3 but can occur at any age. It occurs when a strong force is
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Turning Off and Tuning Out: Practicing "Good Sleep Hygiene"

By Laura Leavitt

Sleep hygiene means making space for a really good night's sleep.
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The Sensory Diet - Treatment for Sensory Integration Disorder

By Patty Malowney

Here are some ways to help if your child shows signs of Sensory Integration Disorder.
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Seven Warning Signs of a Sexually Transmitted Disease

By Teresa Redmond

Keep an eye out for these STD signs.
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Soy Milk: A Great Solution for Lactose Intolerant Kids

By 8th Continent

Soy milk is packed with protein and tastes good too.
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Juvenile Diabetes Symptoms: What a Parent Needs to Know About Juvenile Diabetes

By JustMommies staff

Juvenile diabetes is a chronic health problem for children. There are many myths and misinformation about diabetes. There is also confusion between juvenile diabetes, also known as type 1 diabetes, and type 2 diabetes. The symptoms for both are for the most part the same, however, the cause and treatment
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