Screens are a constant part of our daily lives, but how does that affect kids? Dozens of groundbreaking studies have backed up growing concerns that digital overload is even more problematic for children than adults. Dr. Dafna Ahdoot was invited to speak on an episode of The Doctors as a pediatric expert about screen time. In this video, she outlines some of the most heavy-hitting, scientifically-backed data that explains why screen time is bad for kids.
The keto diet is all the rage among adults. You probably even know someone who successfully lost a lot of weight by “going keto.” Cutting carbs is a traditional way to shed extra fat. Why? Although they are an essential nutrient, most of us eat way too many carbs or at least more than we need for our typical exercise levels. But is keto for kids? How far is too far when cutting carbs for pre-adolescent children? Here’s what you need to know.
SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, is a traumatic experience that can affect any parent, and it has extremely tragic consequences. As a parent of a little one, there are some important SIDS risk factors that you should be aware of to keep your baby healthy. Read on to learn more about these risk factors as explained by Dr. Dafna Ahdoot and what you can do to minimize reduce risk of SIDS.
Alright guys, I’m just going to jump into it, teen vaping kills. Yes, I said it: those seemingly harmless, fruity flavored e-cigarettes are detrimental to one’s health, especially that of a developing preteen or teenager.
As parents, we constantly want to provide the best for our children. We want to make sure they are healthy, physically and mentally, and encourage them in creating meaningful relationships. One of the ways we accomplish this by putting our kids into a hobby or extracurricular activity. You know, the ones that occupy our time for about oh, 2 hours per class, about 2-4 classes a week… you do the math – it’s super time consuming. It can be daunting, but really it’s all for the hope that our little ones will develop a life-long skill, boost their confidence, develop a love for something that inspires them and spark an interest and curiosity.
Developed by Dr. Dafna Ahdoot, a pediatrician and proud mother of two, BabyVites is your solution to using Omega-3s to boost your babe’s brain and body development without subjecting them to the yucky taste and fishy burps they hate!