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Asthma and Wheezing

… bronchial tubes. Wheezing can be a sign of asthma in children, but it does not always mean that a child has asthma. Children younger than 5 often develop wheezing during a respiratory infection. Children with a family history of allergies seem to be more …

Milestones for 4-Year-Olds

… On this page: Overview Overview Children usually progress in a natural, predictable sequence … each child grows and gains skills at their own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But … and motor development. Physical growth and development Most children by age 4: Have gained about 2 kg (4 lb) and grown …

Milestones for 9-Year-Olds

… On this page: Overview Overview Children usually progress in a natural, predictable sequence … child grows and gains skills at his or her own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But … and motor development. Physical growth and development Most children by age 9: Grow about 6 cm (2.5 in.) and gain about …

Baby growth and development

… motor growth in newborns Growth and development milestones Children's growth chart Importance of tummy time for babies' … common teething concerns and products. Tooth development in children Teething: Common concerns Reducing biting in children ages 8 to 14 months Reducing biting in teething …

Milestones for a 1-Year-Old

Motivational Therapy for Bedwetting

… to help a child gain bladder control. It's about telling children that they have control of their bodies and … child for wetting the bed. Motivational therapy can help children gain some degree of control over their bedwetting. … for dry days and/or nights. It is unclear exactly how many children gain complete bladder control through motivational …

Developmental Problems Testing

… your child's abilities with the normal milestones of children of the same age. At routine checkups, the doctor … no clear signs of problems from the screening tests, most children don't need more evaluation until the next routine checkup. Children who have a sibling who has ASD need to be screened …

Down Syndrome Training and Therapy for Young People

… therapy and training include: Speech and language therapy. Children with Down syndrome usually learn to talk but do so later than other children. Typically, they understand speech (receptive … of the mouth or tongue may make it difficult for children with Down syndrome to talk. Sign language can help …

Healthy Habits for Kids

… you are your child's role model. Your habits affect your children's habits. If your habits are unhealthy—smoking, … exercise, looking forward to tomorrow, for example—your children are more likely to build those habits in their own … Healthy eating links Get the facts: Healthy Eating for Children Take action: Healthy Eating: Helping Your Child …

Preschoolers Building Social Skills

… page: Overview Overview By age 3, most children benefit from some form of regular social contact, … such as nursery school or play groups. Playing with other children even 1 day a week provides opportunities to … develop important social, emotional, and language skills. Children learn to share, co-operate, and negotiate as they …