Blood pressure is the measurement of the force produced as the heart pumps blood. While blood pressure varies throughout the day depending on activity levels, posture, diet, body temperature, and other factors, sustained high or low blood pressure is a cause for medical concern. Problems with high or low blood pressure can often be genetic,…

One of the best ways to get your kids to eat healthy snacks is to stock a special area for them in the fridge and in the kitchen pantry where they can quickly grab and enjoy their own snacks. And, as the old adage goes: If you don’t buy it – they can’t eat it.…

Hereditary diseases in kids are becoming increasingly common. These can be mild or severe. Sometimes they are caught before birth due to genetic screenings or ultrasounds, but in other cases, a disorder is identified at birth or during childhood. You may work with a genetic counselor throughout your pregnancy if you have a prevalence of…

Congenital defects are physical conditions that are present at birth. According to the CDC, congenital disabilities affect 1 in 33 babies born in the United States each year. Common congenital disabilities include limb defects, heart defects, and spinal defects. They may be diagnosed in the womb via ultrasound or identified shortly after birth. They can…

As your little one grows up, they will have their fair share of ear infections, colds, and tummy bugs. Kids love to share, which is why kindergartens and schools are favorite breeding grounds for various bacteria and viruses. Things like the common cold and pink eye are very contagious, so you should keep your child…