Bullies Target Obese Kids
For kids, a few extra pounds may invite trouble from the schoolyard bully. This is what the researchers have discovered that I recently read.
The study shows or it suggested that just by being overweight, a child has a very big chance of getting bullied. Although there are many factors that play a role of getting bullied, like gender, face or family related, being overweight is still the main reason. Being overweight or obese trumps all those other factors when it comes to aggressive behavior from other children.
The study found that being overweight increased the risk of being the target of bullying by 63 percent.
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5 Mistakes New Parents Make with Newborns Babies Plus Good Advises
Are you expecting a baby? A first time parent? For new parents, having a baby is both a gratifying and nerve wracking experience. You thank heavens and all the Gods for the little bundle of joy but at the same time you are scared to death that you might do something wrong with you cute little baby.
Here are 5 things that you must be aware of with regards to your baby’s health and safety. These 5 Must Do’s came from expert pediatricians interviewed by CNN (see credit link below).
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Mother’s Milk A Lifesaver For Preemies?
I read an article from cbsnews just now and there is no doubt that I have to re-post it here to spread the word, the information to other parents about preemies.
Here’s what I read:
Kathie Robinson is thrilled that her daughter Naomi, born 2-1/2 months early, is well enough to be home. But her family isn’t complete – yet.
“Here we are, we’re still going through the journey,” Kathie told CBS News contributing medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta.
It’s been a difficult journey for Naomi’s twin brother, Caldwell. He’s had three operations and remains in a neo natal intensive care unit. Kathie and her husband Whit believe that giving him breast milk, even through a feeding tube, is helping him recover.
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