2015

3 Things That You Shouldn't Do When Taking Your Child For Immunizations

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Having immunizations done is never fun, and it can be more frightening for a child than it can be for an adult. Luckily, avoiding these things before your child's immunizations can help make things go as smoothly and well as possible. 1. Tell Fibs You might be tempted to fib to your child about the point of the doctor's appointment just to make things easier. Alternatively, you could be tempted to tell your child that shots don't hurt at all just to ease his or her mind.

9 March 2015

The Good And Bad Of Teeth Whitening Treatments

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When it comes to getting those pearly whites, there are many products available to try. Everything from whitening toothpaste to in-office bleaching procedures can make a difference in the color of your teeth. When it comes to knowing which whitening product is best for your teeth, the only way to know for sure is by comparing them and trying them. Here are some pros and cons about some of the most popular whitening products on the market.

26 February 2015

4 Signs That Your Child May Have Tinnitus

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Tinnitus is a highly common ear-related issue that shows itself in adults and children alike. Just because it's common doesn't mean that it's pleasant, however; the signs and symptoms of tinnitus can be enough to make a grown adult cry and can certainly be unpleasant for small children. If your child has tinnitus, it's important to take him or her to an audiologist as soon as possible. These are a few signs that your child might have this hearing condition.

16 February 2015

Using All-Natural Allergy Treatments To Avoid The Side Effects Of Traditional Allergy Medications

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Experts estimate that 50 million people throughout the United States suffer from nasal allergies. These allergies can cause itchy, watery eyes, and overactive nasal passages. Unfortunately, many of the over-the-counter and prescription allergy medications available today come with some inconvenient side effects. Relying on all-natural treatments instead could help you avoid unpleasant side effects as you treat your allergies in the future. Here are 3 potential side effects that don't accompany all-natural allergy treatments.

9 February 2015

The Best Ways To Treat Pet Allergies In Children

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You've just brought home that new pet for your child that he or she has been asking you about for a very long time. Excitedly, the child reaches down to pet the creature, letting out a big sneeze. You think nothing of it at first, but over time, it's clear that your child has an allergy to their new friend. If you don't want to cause heartbreak in your child by getting rid of the animal, then you can treat them for pet allergies.

5 February 2015

Misery Loves Company: How To Cleanse Your Energy Field

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Ever been around someone that's in a bad mood and over time that bad mood spreads to you? Or maybe you've had a bad emotional experience and you just can't seem to shake the feeling, even long after it's over? If so, you may need to take some time to cleanse your spiritual energy. This guide will explain how your energy can become contaminated, and will show you three ways to cleanse your energy.

2 February 2015

A Pain Medication Pump Can Help Relieve Chronic Back Pain

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Resolving chronic back pain is challenging for both the individual and health care practitioners. Surgery doesn't always work and oral medications can have unpleasant and even serious side effects. If you are dealing with chronic back pain and no treatment has been very effective, having an intrathecal pump surgically implanted might bring you substantial pain relief.  About Intrathecal Medication Delivery The spinal cord is surrounded by a membrane known as the thecal sac, which contains cerebrospinal fluid.

29 January 2015

Keep Breastfeeding After Heading Back To Work With These 4 Tips

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If you're a nursing mother who plans to go back to work, you don't have to abandon breastfeeding altogether. You can actually continue to ensure that your baby receives your milk, even while you're at your job. Use the following tips to make working and nursing successful. Get Familiar with the Breast Pump Your breast pump is what will make working and nursing possible. You need to make sure that you are comfortable with it, as you will be using it at work for the foreseeable future.

27 January 2015

What Couples Therapy Can Do For Your Relationship

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Being in a relationship is always a challenge, as it can be very difficult to combine two people and two lives. Many times, this meshing doesn't go as well as it should, and couples begin having issues that can sometimes lead to the end of the relationship. Couples therapy is a type of relationship therapy intended for any kind of couple – not just for marrieds. However, for those new to the idea of relationship therapy, here is what couples therapy can do.

21 January 2015

3 Ways To Keep Your Loved One Independent While Living In A Nursing Home

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If you have a loved one who is being supported by assisted living, you may feel that you have no way to help them live comfortably. Gaining independence even while meals are prepared, all housekeeping is taken care of, and even personal hygiene is given attendance is crucial to helping your elderly or disabled family member continue to live a happy and productive life. Learn 3 things you can do to help your loved one have plenty of independence while living in a nursing home.

21 January 2015