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Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh specializes in Parenting, Wellness and Integrative Medicine. The board-certified pediatrician holds over ten years of experience and runs his private practice, Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine, in Los Angeles, California. Having grown up in Toronto, Canada, he did his masters degree in Epidemiology and Community Health and went on to complete a medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College, from there. He completed his Pediatric Residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA) and has worked in private practice in Beverly Hills. He is the owner of IntegrativePediatrics.com and the host of the Raising Amazing podcast.Dr. Gator has his research work published in peer-reviewed journals and has been featured in documentaries, films, and other public platforms, including Broken Brain, Dr. Nandi Show, CBS, LA Parent, and MindBodyGreen. In addition, he is working on the children’s book “Love, Dad” which is currently in press with Penguin Publishing and set to release in 2024.
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Every parent strives to provide a healthy, nourishing diet to their infants. Opting for nutritious food choices like butter for babies may provide sufficient calories and keep them interested in food. Also, babies need abundant food sources and sufficient nourishment to meet their daily energy requirements and support their growth and developmental processes. If your baby has started solid foods, you may plan to introduce some delicious yet power-packed foods like almond or peanut butter in their weaning food diet. Keep reading to understand the safety and benefits of introducing these naturally gluten-free kinds of butter for babies. [mj-toc] Butter Power For Your Baby Perhaps you are a vegan family, or you have dairy intolerance running in your family, and are worried that your baby might also have inherited it. For either reason, you are considering baby food like mashed banana or some soaked toast with some nut butter for a healthy punch. But wait; is it really good for...
Physical changes during puberty differ in boys and girls. However, both males and females attain marked physical growth during puberty. This is when a child transitions to adulthood physically, mentally, and emotionally. These changes may begin at different times in each child. Some may have early puberty, while slightly delayed in a few. Secondary sexual characteristics develop in puberty. For example, girls may begin to menstruate, while boys have mustaches and beards coming in, and their voices deepen. Read on to know more about physical changes in puberty for boys and girls and seek medical care if puberty is delayed. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="https://www.momjunction.com/articles/sex-education-for-teenagers_00352004/" title="Sex Education For Teenagers – Everything You Need To Know"]The growth spurt starts at about 13 years [mj-toc] 10 Physical Changes During Puberty Some major changes occur in adolescent boys and girls. During this period, the body starts to develop and grow into physical maturity. This is the time when your body will start developing all the secondary...
Intellectual development in children cannot be measured like their physical development using physical measures. However, it is important to understand what intellectual development is to track it in children. Intellectual development refers to a child’s ability to think and process reasonably. They exhibit a sense of curiosity that drives them to question the world around them and actively search for answers. According to Piaget, a famous psychologist, intellectual development in early childhood can be categorized into four stages. Read on to learn more about intellectual development, including the different stages of intellectual development in children. [mj-toc] What Is Intellectual Development In Children? [caption id="attachment_878413" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: iStock[/caption] Intellectual development in children happens quickly using the kind of experiences that they gain. With time and experience, their memory, problem-solving skills, reasoning, and critical thinking abilities get honed and developed. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="https://www.momjunction.com/articles/memory-games-for-kids-students_00660080/" title="20 Awesome Memory Games For Kids To Enhance Thinking Skills"] 4 Stages Of Intellectual Development In Children The cognitive and...
With over 8000 different types and 60 varieties of species, grapes are berries with multipurpose usage when it comes to food. The many health benefits of grapes for kids make them an ideal snack choice. They are nutritiously fulfilling with high vitamin and mineral content. They are quite juicy and tasty as well, making them an appealing fruit for children. Grapes are available in various colors such as white, purple, yellow, green, black, and red. You can include grapes in your children’s lunches, as leisure time nibbles, or as snacks to curb their hunger after school. In addition, they make for a delicious and easy condiment that can be added to foods such as salads, sandwiches, cereal, smoothies, and even desserts. You can also make them into finger foods for parties and serve them with cheese on sticks. So if your child loves grapes, read this post to know about its health benefits, including various recipes and different ways to...
Bathing your newborn is one of the most crucial responsibilities you will have as a parent. You might be skeptical about a few queries while bathing a baby, such as “If giving a baby bath at night is safe?” and “How do you begin washing a baby?” It may be a bit of an anxious experience holding such a tiny infant in your arms when you try to bathe them. Read on to find out when and how to start bathing your infant at home, as well as some helpful tips." [mj-toc] When Do I Start Giving My Baby Bath At Night And How Often? Your baby already had their first bath right after birth. They have already experienced their first soak in the bathtub and gotten their first soap cleanup while still at the hospital. Now that you are home, you will be giving your baby a bath. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="https://www.momjunction.com/articles/tips-to-prevent-dry-skin-in-babies_00370915/" title="7 Causes Of Dry Skin On Baby, Symptoms, And Home...
Teenage is the phase in one's life of encountering several new changes in physiological and psychological aspects. During this time, wet dreams in teens are a phenomenon experienced by some. A sudden hormonal surge and attainment of puberty may contribute to this event. The teenage-related changes vary in boys and girls, and wet dreams may be seen in boys due to the spike in the male hormone [simple_tooltip text="testosterone" tooltip=" A male sex hormone responsible for the development of male sex characteristics and the reproductive system." ]. Though most teens are embarrassed and sometimes feel guilty about having wet dreams, these are a normal part of a teen's development and not in one's control. Read on to know more about the other puberty-related changes and details on teenage wet dreams. [mj-toc] Puberty-Related Changes In Teens Girls start developing breasts and by the time they are about 15 years, most start menstruating. Also, girls will notice their hips getting broader and...