When a woman comes in for a consultation regarding the use of medications during pregnancy, we spend most of our time reviewing the potential risks of exposure to medications during pregnancy. However, we must also include a discussion of the effects of untreated psychiatric illness in the mother on the developing child, for there is… Read More »
Infantile colic is often treated with the use of diet. Whilst this has been a common approach for many years, up until recently the evidence supporting this diet has been based on observational studies and have not involved testing its use in an intervention setting. This blog will provide some insights into the history of… Read More »
Having a glass of milk with every meal used to be a childhood staple. Milk was encouraged to promote healthy bones, teeth, and growth. Many adults remember their parents encouraging them to drink their milk at dinner as part of a balanced diet. Cow’s milk has become less popular as more families decide to lead… Read More »