The Pediatrician

Male infertility is just as much reason you are having trouble conceiving as much as women, women just get more hype. The following are recent news and studies about simple actions that can be hurting your chances of conception.

Boxers or Briefs?

Turns out this doesn’t matter, we’ve heard many rumors boxer are best during conception but more importantly is comfort. It doesn’t matter what your guy wears as long as he’s comfortable.

Age.

Male fertility does decline with age. We have all heard of men in their later years still conceiving but sperm count does decrease dramatically.

Electronics.

Recent studies have called attention to cell phone and laptops and their interference with conception. Cell phone frequencies have been rumored to play a part in submission of free radicals into sperm. Although not proven, keep the cell phone out of the pants pocket and in your women’s purse. Guys, keep your laptop on your desk, not on your lap. Excess heat can kill sperm and decrease numbers dramatically.

Stress.

I don’t think anyone is surprised that stress plays a large part in conception for both partners. Stress of trying to conceive can escalate the problem. There are many functions that can be hindered in the reproductive system of men especially the one that controls sperm density. Both partners reducing stress through exercise and laughter can increase your chances of conception.

Weight.

It is proven in many studies weight issues and obesity decreases your chances significantly of conception. Increasing weight means decreasing sperm count. Also, sperm can be misshapen and interfere with penetrating the egg. #1 New Years Resolution for Successful Conception here.

Learn more about causes of infertility here. If your in the Frisco and surrounding areas please visits the leading infertility specialists here. Including the newest female infertility specialist in Frisco, Dr. Rinku Mehta.

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The experts at The Bump answered a all to frequently asked question, “What are some tips for finding the right pediatrician for baby?”

If you have had a child you know how daunting this task can be. Ideally, you want to keep the same pediatrician throughout your child life so the doctor has a long relationship with your family. If something goes wrong with your child the doctor has a mental picture of your child’s medical history and would be the best person to turn to for quick treatment. The following is a Bump Expert on tips of finding a great pediatrician for you and your newborn…

First and foremost: ask around. Good old-fashioned of word of mouth is probably the best way to find a great doc. No matter what med school a pediatrician graduated from, it really all boils down to their patients’ reports. You can’t go wrong by asking your friends and family for advice in this department — you’ll be sure to get an honest answer and a valued rec from someone.

Also try calling up your insurance company to get a list of doctors in your area that accept your plan. Once you’ve got a list of possible candidates, start making some phone calls and setting up consultations (don’t worry, they’re usually free). A round of interviews will weed the bad ones from the good, and you should have yourself a good doc in no time. And don’t stress to much about it! It’s easy to get worked up about all the details and decision leading up to baby’s arrival, but keep in mind that nothing is irreversible. If it turns out later that the pediatrician you picked isn’t quite working out, you’ll simply find a new one and move on. That’s all!

The following is a great response I found below in the comments area:

We ended up going with the pedi that was in the delivery room during my c/s. She was excellent, informative, reassuring and related well to us and our LO. She wasn’t taking patients but she made an exception for us because we had a good repoir. She originally recommended a pedi in another practice, which probably would have been fine, but we LOVE her!

The next quote goes over choosing a local vs long distance pediatrician:

We were actually referred to a doctor from a few friends and it was also on the list my midwife gave me. My main concern was that it takes 30 minutes to get to his office. I talked with my midwife about everything and what she said makes sense: having a doctor that you are comfortable with, listens to you and fits your beliefs should take top priority during the first year of a childs life (this is when most doctors will be pushy in their “opinion” and is difficult as a first time mom wanting to do everything right for baby). What we came up with was using this doctor for the first year and then transitioning to someone local, as when baby gets a little older office visits will only be for emergencies. Then again, if we love this office we may stay there!

Forest Lane Pediatrics offers FREE pre-natal visits for parents and moms. Please click here to find out more!

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Norm Goldstein owner of For Kids By Kids, wrote an article about his journey with his daughter Cassidy and tips on how to raise a future entrepreneur. The best advice in this article is “Don’t be a Grown-Up Buzzkill”, Goldstein explains children might do interesting and creative things that parents are likely to stop. Parents are also the first to say NO or throw out other negatives that hinder the creative process. We have all seen this in each industry we are in and we’ve seen the damage it does to self esteem and innovation. Like Goldstein mentioned, his daughter was digging through the trash to find bits and piece to her big invention. Any parent would put a stop to this immediately but hindering the process stops innovation all together. Goldstein recomends to support the invention process within reason, you kid needs support and more importantly, you money.

Read original article HERE.

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Going Green Parenting from the Editor at The Bump.

Make Your Own Baby Food.

Making the food in bulk and storing is the best plan of actions. Wash your fruits and veggies, steam or boil, throw ‘em in the blender, hit puree, strain and freeze.  Not your scene? Try organic store-bought versions. You’ll find a ton of options from Gerber and Earth’s Best on the shelves, or hit the freezer section for a frozen baby meal from Plum Organics or the Brooklyn-based Happy Baby. (Frozen baby foods may have more nutrients intact.)

Use Non-toxic Cleaners

Take measures to avoid contact with all cleaners, you and your baby. Dilute your chosen suds (non-toxic or not), give all surfaces a clean-water rinse after scrubbing, wash sponges and cloths thoroughly, and allow the area a few hours of ventilation. Try an earth-friendly sling made of organic cotton and hemp. (Crops of hemp enrich the soil and decrease run-off.)

Stay Away from Plastics

Buy toys made from organic fibers, wood, or other natural materials. Can’t avoid the influx of plastics? Just be sure to donate them when baby’s done — many major hospitals accept used toys made of hard plastics.

Diapers

As for the diaper: Cloth or disposable? Cloth diapers will save you money in the long run but require more maintenance. It’s a tricky question, and some moms are even getting fed up and going diaper-free! (We aren’t so brave.) Check out gDiapers — this new company makes a biodegradable, flushable insert that fits inside a breathable liner.

Related articles

• Bringing Up Baby Organically (webmd.com)
• Happy Green Baby (theuncookedlife.wordpress.com)
• gDiapers Now Offers Parents A Cloth Diaper Option (prweb.com)
• How to Make Inexpensive and Nutritious Baby Food! (housewifesutopia.com)

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Pregnancy and motherhood are well worth the effort but some lasting side effects are more difficult than others to get rid of. The recent trend in Mommy Makeovers have had the increase benefit of less recovery time and reduction in surgical fees when procedures are performed at the same time.

Why the Tummy Tuck?

Why have more women been opting for the Tummy Tuck in Frisco? No matter how stringent your diet and how many miles your run per week, it can be naturally impossible for you to lose the excess skin around the abdomen. Abdominoplasty or the Tummy Tuck can be the only way to tighten the excess skin and loosened muscle around the abdomen. The sagging between the naval and can be brought in to leave a natural and toned look to the midsection.

How Long after Child Birth?

First, it is advised to wait until after you are finished having children to undergo a Mommy Makeover. The standard time is over 6 months after you deliver and at the digression of your surgeon. Keep in mind recovery time prohibits you from heavy lifting and allows you limited movement. Abdominoplasty should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet and proper exercise. Please consult your trusted Frisco Contouring Specialist for more details.

Related articles

• What is a Mommy Makeover? (friscobotox.blogspot.com)
• What is a Tummy Tuck? (dallasfacelift.blogspot.com)
• Legs are Back: Laser & Vein Therapy (friscobotox.blogspot.com)

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Causes of Sinusitis

Allergens and pollutants trigger inflammation in the nasal passages and disrupt the process to remove bacteria. The bacteria begin to multiply and coat the lining of the nasal passages and form an infection. Fungi are also are an increasing cause of chronic sinusitis, the most susceptible are with a weakened immune system.

Symptoms

A sinus infection can cause symptoms like pressure around the nose, eyes, cheeks, increased headaches and develop a fever and nasal congestion.  Immediate symptoms will include fever, weakness, fatigue, cough and congestion.

Treatment Chronic Sinusitis

Treatments include antibiotics, decongestants and pain relievers. Over the counter relief includes saline nasal sprays vaporizers and heat pads. Nasal spray can decrease inflammation of the nasal cavities; steroid nasal spray can decrease nasal inflammation. If you have chronic sinusitis it might take weeks to alleviate nasal inflammation completely. It might take up to 2 weeks of using prescribed steroid nasal spray before you see the full effects.

Treatment Acute Sinusitis

The most common form of sinusitis is acute sinusitis or sinus infection. This is the quickest to treat and includes antibiotics.  A bacterial infection is most likely the cause of the sinusitis, so an acute sinus infection can most likely be relived after a few days of antibiotics. Taking the full prescribed amount is mandatory, even if the patient is feeling 100% back to normal, bacterial immunity can develop if the infection is not completely cured.

If your child or loved one is experiencing any of these symptoms please visit your trusted pediatrician in the Frisco area to discuss treatment options.

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No parent wants to be the monster this Halloween and deny their kids of their favorite sweets. So how can your kids enjoy Halloween and not send them into the dentist chair? The following are dental tips to practice before during and after Halloween to ensure the best holiday doesn’t send you back to the dentist.

Tip #1

Visit the dentist before Halloween so that he or she can seal any current corrosion. This prevents any further decay on the tooth surface. Talk to your dentist about teeth friendly candy like Xylitol Products, natural sweetener with proven dental and health benefits.

Tip #2

Throw out the hard, sticky and binding candies. The jawbreakers, jolly ranchers and Dots.  If the candy is a combination of these, either of these components can cause more damage than their worth, decay, tooth breakage and more.

Tip#3

Make sure your little one is drinking plenty of water, great for re-hydrating after Trick-or-Treating and even more important for dental hygiene.

Tip #4

Make sure that you make your kids brush their teeth after eating candy. Especially before bed time, don’t take any excuses on Halloween night, this is a must! You lil’monster doesn’t need plague and tarter buildup multiplying during sleep time. This short term maintenance will help you avoid fillings in the future.

It’s almost Halloween but before you start making that nice little costume for your kids, think about their dental health. During Halloween, kids go trick or treating and they get different types of candy. Eating candy will make them happy of course but this does not mean that you cannot check the goods before your kids eat them. If you have further questions about how to protect your lil’monster’s teeth during Halloween, contact your local pediatric dentist in the Frisco, Prosper area.

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Here are the top 10 Kids Costume ideas for 2011.

1) Transformers Bumblebee
Optimus Prime, Bumblebee and other Transformer costums can be found online or at your local Target.

2) Jack Sparrow
Kit Pirate of the Carribbean, a fun do-it-yourself costume for the kiddos.

3) Sponge Bob
Another fun-home made project. Sponge Bob yellow shirt with a box cut out of lower half and attack suspenders.

4) Smurf Costumes
Papa smurf, girl and boy smurf.

5) Harry Potter and Gryffindor Quidditch Team
Wand, broom and Grffindor Robe and your ready to take on Vouldermort.

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Before First Birthday

Taking the kids to the dentist can be stressful for the child and parents but before one deals with this problem, one has to know when parents should bring their kids to the dentist for the first time. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, parents should bring their kids to the dentist on their first birthday. This idea is rather surprising especially to new parents but it is the best way to prevent early childhood cavities in kids.

One study shows that many children already have cavity by age 2 –a rather alarming news for many parents. Cavities however are not the only things parents should worry about. New parents should also learn how to take care of their infant’s or toddler’s mouth. Oral habits of the child should also be noted by the parents as well as learn about the proper use of fluoride.

Dentists and Young Children

The question is, which dentist are you going to go to? In recent years, dental schools in the world prepared their graduates to care for teeth of young children. However, not many dentists are comfortable with dealing with infants and young children. It would be best for parents to call a few dentists and ask whether they are comfortable in dealing with infants and young kids. You may also ask what age should be your child’s first visit. Another question would be does the practice regularly see children and what are some options for high fear of dental care.  This question is case to case basis though because the needs of one child are always different from another especially when it comes to taking care of their teeth.

It is also important that new parents can talk freely to your pediatric dentist about their concerns related to the child’s mouth hygiene.  Cooperation on the part of the parents and the dentist is after all, very important. After a few routine visits to your trusted dentist, you and your children will have fun going to the dentist. Visit 380 Dental for your Prosper Dentist.

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Hopefully you will never need to use this emergency info sheet, but this is one of the most important printouts that should be permanently attached to your refrigeration. This includes emergency contacts, doctors, pediatricians, family members and close friends. The number to the local poison hotline and the address to the nearest emergency room. If you have a relative watching the kids or the next door babysitter, covering every possible situation can shave valuable minutes in case of an emergency.

Emergency Printout Here

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