Here are a few extra tips for dads based on our experience Be straight with your child – If your child asks about the possibility of a shot, don’t lie about it. Dads have been saying “this is going to hurt me a lot more than it’s going to hurt you,” for years. Suggest she look away – the sight of a needle, especially a long one, is worse than the sting. Group … [Read more...] about More Dad Tips for a Painless (almost) Shot at the Doctor’s Office
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Dad Tips for a Painless (almost) Shot at the Doctor’s Office
There are few things worse than willingly inflicting pain on your child. But sometimes it’s necessary, and almost always during a trip to the doctor. Remember, if your child becomes hysterical faced with an incoming needle, it’s not because he’s a sissy. Kids have different pain tolerance and they are also very affected by your attitude toward the experience. Here are a few … [Read more...] about Dad Tips for a Painless (almost) Shot at the Doctor’s Office
More Tips for Dads Sending Kids Back to School
If your child isn’t going back to school the week before Labor Day, he or she will be starting up likely the Tuesday after. A new school year is a time for new beginnings for your child and for the entire family. Here are a few things you might consider to start this school year off on the right track. Discuss what’s up this school year with your child and agree on some … [Read more...] about More Tips for Dads Sending Kids Back to School
Tips for Dads Sending Kids Back to School
It’s upon us. If your child isn’t going back to school the week before Labor Day, he or she will be starting up likely the Tuesday after. Now is the time parents can make a few resolutions to get the first morning off right and try to head off some familiar headaches. Here are a few GreatDad tips that we’re commiting to this year: Agree on clothes the night before. … [Read more...] about Tips for Dads Sending Kids Back to School
Bedwetting causes: Lack of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
Some believe that certain children who wet at night may produce too much urine while sleeping. They claim that bedwetting may occur because the body does not make enough antidiuretic hormone (ADH) at night. Antidiuretic hormone is a chemical that is normally made by the body that causes the kidneys to make less urine. This hormone prevents the kidneys from making too … [Read more...] about Bedwetting causes: Lack of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)