Toddlers Health

When toddlers are getting sick, one of the first signs is a fever. Identifying the fever and finding out the underlying cause is the key to knowing what is going on in your child's body.

The development of human communication skills lasts throughout life. Beginning in the womb and continuing into adulthood, communication skill is one of the key characteristics that make us human...

Restless Leg Syndrome, or RLS, is characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs. According to the Restless Leg Syndrome Foundation, "1.5 million children and adolescents" are diagnosed...

The signs of a urinary tract infection in a toddler are similar to those of an adult--with one huge exception. A toddler may not be able to communicate about what's happening with his or her body....

Few things are worse than having to cope with a toddler suffering from a nasty cold. But in most instances, a cold just has to run its course. The best thing you can do is make your toddler...

A fever is the body's way of responding to illness, infection, over-dressing or immunizations. A rectal temperature is one way of taking a child's temperature and is normally used on children who...

Most children are ready for toilet training, also known as potty training, as early as 18 to 24 months of age. When the child realizes his diaper needs to be changed, he is likely ready to begin...

Your toddler's cough might have you running to the drugstore to buy a cough suppressant, but many of these are useless because three-year-olds are too young to benefit from their ingredients. In...

Earwax may seem gross, but it has an important job---keeping the inside of the ear healthy. It traps dust and other particles that could enter the ear canal and cause infections or damage. It...

When a toddler doesn't want to eat, it is frustrating to parents. They want their child to be happy and healthy, and lack of appetite can cause a child to have slowed development. By being patient...

This year's flu season could end up as one of the most severe and widespread; the World Health Organization declared an H1N1 pandemic for 2009, the first pandemic in more than 40 years. The...

As your toddler begins eating new foods and exploring new tastes, you may find yourself wondering if your child is consuming the many nutrients her body needs for healthy growth. Toddlers are...

A healthy child's normal body temperature should be between 97 and 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. He has a fever if his temperature is above 100.4....

If your toddler has recently been diagnosed as underweight, you may be worried that he's not getting enough nutrition or eating the right things. Knowing what foods will help put on weight, while...

When your child is overweight, it can be difficult to tell whether it's just baby fat or a sign of a more serious problem. Obese children risk becoming obese adults, so parents of severely...

Drooling is common among toddlers who have not yet learned to completely swallow an excess of saliva or liquid. Toddlers may also drool as their molar teeth are just starting to come in (see...

Asthma is a condition where the breathing tubes, or bronchial airways, become tight and inflamed or irritated. This causes tightening in the chest, coughing and difficulty breathing. For young...

Rotavirus, a common and contagious infection, typically affects most children before age five. One infection does not confer immunity, but subsequent infections will be less severe. The incubation...

Singulair is a commonly prescribed medication used to treat asthma and allergies. It is approved for use in children 12 months or older and is generally well tolerated. Nevertheless, some children...

Making healthy snacks for toddlers, is something that many parents are learning to do. Here are six ideas to consider. When making healthy snacks for your toddler.

The Mayo Clinic states that soy allergies are extremely common among children, with many babies developing the allergy in reaction to soy formula. While most children outgrow these allergies by...

Although often a temporary condition attributable to sprains, neck pain can be a sign of serious health issues in a toddler. Neck pain in which your child complains of a stiff neck or keeps it...

Because of their high activity levels, most toddlers experience knee pain on occasion. If they remain happy and playful, it is likely to be temporary soreness from overuse. Knee pain that...

Approximately 25 to 40 percent of healthy children will experience benign growing pains in their knees and legs according BabyCenter.com. Parents whose children complain of repetitive knee pain...

Eczema affects 10 percent of children and usually appears during the first five years of life, according to the National Eczema Association. Eczema can cause intense itching, and the skin becomes...

Corticosteroids hold great promise in the treatment of an array of conditions, from asthma to rashes. The use of medications such as cortisone, hydrocortisone, and prednisnone carries potential...

For centuries, a high fever in a child could mean death, but today fevers due to serious illness can usually be treated. Fevers without symptoms worry many parents who don't know what is making...

According to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse, a service of the National Institutes of Health, urinary tract infections are the cause of more than 1 million...

While diarrhea can be an extremely inconvenient illness for families, most cases in the United States are easily manageable. An accompanying rash can be alarming to parents, but it might be a...

Chicken pox is a very contagious illness caused by the varicella zoster virus. Transmission occurs through contact with someone who has a chicken pox rash or shingles outbreak. Severe cases and...

If a toddler needs to urinate more frequently or complains about pain during urination, she may have a urinary tract infection. It's easy to overlook more subtle signs, especially in children who...

Leg pain in a toddler can be indicative of many different conditions, all of which have similar symptoms. It is important that any sudden problems with a toddler's leg be evaluated by a doctor as...

Preparing healthy meals for preschoolers can be a challenge. Picky children may foil the plans for a perfectly good breakfast or lunch. Serve easy, uncomplicated meals.

Urinary tract infections (also called UTIs or bladder infections) are an inflammation or infection of the urinary system, which includes the urethra, bladder and kidneys. Urinary tract infections...

Toddlers are always falling over and losing their balance. However, with some toddlers, there is an actual balance issue. If your toddler is falling for no visible reason, you may want to consult...

The heart rate of a healthy toddler can vary tremendously. During times of illness or stress, a 17-month-old may experience a shocking elevation in heart rate. Many otherwise-healthy toddlers...

Because the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) no longer recommends over-the-counter cold and cough remedies for children under age 6, it can be difficult for parents to know how to help their...

Anemia is a common blood disorder in which the body's supply of healthy red blood cells is too low. Many things can cause anemia, including nutritional problems, inherited disorders, infections...

It's difficult for a preschooler to conceptualize germs because, well, germs are invisible. And what she can't see she doesn't think exists. So teaching her to wash her hands to get rid of those...

Kidneys are very important to the health and development of your child. They filter impurities from your child's blood and release important hormones for red blood production and healthy blood...

Foods are the best source of iron for toddlers and small children. Too much iron from synthetic sources can be poisonous, constipating, cause painful gastritis and be poorly absorbed. Awareness...

Though not as common or as severe as adult acid reflux, toddler acid reflux is still prevalent and can be a sign of an underlying danger to the child's health or even a preexisting condition....

To make sure that a child is developing normally and achieves optimal health, it's necessary to understand what "normal" child development is and what affects child health. Once these things are...

Child development experts characterize early childhood as the period between ages 2 and 6. Children tend to develop at individualized paces, making it particularly difficult to accurately estimate...

In toddlers, ear pain is almost always caused by an acute or chronic infection. There are several ways to keep a toddler comfortable while he has an earache or ear infection.

Sleep apnea in toddlers is defined as a disorder in which the toddler's breathing is repeatedly interrupted as they sleep. There are three different types of sleep apnea that toddlers can...

Fever in babies and children is quite common (after all, it is the body's way of handling a viral or bacterial infection) but can be disconcerting nonetheless. Natural home remedies are...