NODE SMITH, ND A study published in the journal Pediatrics expands validation evidence for a new screening tool that directly engages preschool-age children during clinic visits to assess their [...]

Node Smith, ND A new study from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh finds that an antibody in breastmilk is necessary to prevent necrotizing [...]

Tolle Totum Lauren (McKinney) Mandych Paul Epstein, ND Before every session, I take a moment to remember my humanity. There is no experience that this man has that I cannot share with him, no [...]

Similar Thought Joseph Kellerstein, DC, ND Frederik has a pale complexion, red lips, and large eyes. He is 7 years old. Looking at me suspiciously, he does not respond to my greeting but [...]

A recent review article was published which gives an overview of 5 mind-body therapies which are supported by conventional literature to be used in pediatrics.1 Biofeedback, clinical hypnosis, [...]

Anke Zimmermann, BSc, ND, FCAH Sleep issues, including nightmares and sleep-walking, are a common problem in children. Sleep and dream symptoms are generally a clear expression of the vital force [...]

Leslie Solomonian, ND Benefits of Physical Activity Physical activity has wide-reaching benefits for children, including improving body composition, academic performance, self-esteem, and bone [...]

Rich Petke, NMD Some parents of a child labeled with “undesirable behaviors” will seek out a naturopathic physician even before trying pharmaceuticals; some parents turn to natural medicine only [...]