Children love to go outside during the summer to play, walk, and enjoy the outdoors with you or friends. Your kids might also suffer from biting insects like mosquitoes and flies. The fact that bug bites may result in severe diseases is more concerning. Depending on where you live, you’re already aware of the diseases […]
The average age for children to start attending school varies by country and educational system. In many countries, children start attending primary school between the ages of five and seven. In the United States, children typically start attending kindergarten at age five, although some states have a lower age requirement. Primary school, which is also
Preparing your child for their first sleepover involves practical considerations. This includes what to pack and the emotional preparations to ensure your child’s positive, enjoyable, and memorable experience. Make it another milestone! We at Omega Pediatrics will guide you through the basics of what to pack and bring and provide valuable tips on preparing your
Setting the stage for your child’s educational journey, elementary school is a momentous milestone filled with excitement and new experiences. As your little one embarks on this transformative chapter, it’s important to be well-prepared. From academic challenges to fostering independence and cultivating social skills, there’s much to consider. So, we at Omega Pediatrics created this
The sun shines brightly throughout the summer months. It’s time for outdoor fun for the whole family. The ultraviolet (UV) radiation may have damaging effects on your child’s skin. Hence, it’s extremely important to prioritize giving your child sun protection. Know what to look for when selecting sunscreen products for optimal sun protection for your
Suicide is a rising public health concern. The impact of suicide is universal and affects countless people worldwide. This phenomenon doesn’t discriminate against anyone. Even adolescents experience the distressing consequences of suicide. Despite the challenge it poses, the advent of telehealth intervention offers a ray of hope for preventing suicide. Thanks to the technology of
Newborn circumcision is the removal of the male infant’s penis foreskin. It’s a surgical procedure that has become a widely debated issue. Numerous research studies have successfully proven its remarkable medical benefits. Despite the proven medical benefits that circumcision provides, personal, cultural, and religious factors have turned out to be the more important reasons for
Parents opt to pierce their babies’ ears for a few reasons. It can be a cultural or aesthetic choice for their little one. For some, it’s a way to celebrate an important milestone in the child’s life or honor spiritual beliefs. Whatever the reason to pierce your child’s ears, the more difficult decision is where
In 2018, 9.4% of children aged 2-17 in the US received mental health services, which equates to 7.7 million children. While a significant number of children are receiving services, a considerable proportion still lack the necessary support, highlighting the existing gap in access to child mental health services. Mental health issues have become an increasingly
