Children's health

Preventing Bed Wetting
Children's health 01 Mar 2012

Preventing Bed Wetting

Bed wetting is defined as intermittent episodes of wetting the bed at night in children over 5 years of age
Toilet Training (Potty Training)
Children's health 07 Feb 2012

Toilet Training (Potty Training)

Toilet training is an important developmental milestone and can be a challenging step for both parents and toddlers.
Alarm for bed wetting
Children's health 11 Jan 2012

Alarm for bed wetting

There are several options available for treatment of bedwetting. The use of a bed wetting alarm is generally the first step for families who are…
Alcohol Consumption: Long-Term Health Consequences
Children's health 08 Jan 2012

Alcohol Consumption: Long-Term Health Consequences

While the effect of alcohol on some health outcomes is fairly straightforward there is still much more research that needs to be done to determine…
Alcohol consumption: Short-term health consequences
Children's health 07 Jan 2012

Alcohol consumption: Short-term health consequences

As the amount of alcohol consumed in a single sitting is increased, the BAC increases proportionately. Once the BAC has surpassed 0.05%, inhibitions are reduced…
Safety in the festive season
Children's health 14 Dec 2011

Safety in the festive season

Christmas is a time for fun and family. However, the traditions of Christmas, from the tree to the turkey, can create dangers which may put…
Bed wetting (nocturnal enuresis)
Children's health 30 Nov 2011

Bed wetting (nocturnal enuresis)

Nocturnal enuresis refers to bed wetting in a child over 5 years of age. It can negatively affect emotional health but can be treated in…
Greek lentil soup
Children's health 08 Nov 2011

Greek lentil soup

This recipe makes a tasty lentil soup, perfect for a low-fat, low-calorie lunch on a cold winter's day. Containing lentils and tomatoes, it's suitable for…
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Overview
Children's health 17 Oct 2011

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Overview

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of gastrointestinal conditions including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It has symptoms like diarrhoea.