Dr. Howard J. Bennett is a practicing pediatrician in Washington, DC and a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at The George Washington University Medical Center. When he's not sharing humor with patients, Dr. Bennett loves to poke fun at doctors and medicine. Books Authored by Dr. Howard J. Bennett … [Read more...] about About the Author – Dr. Howard J. Bennett
Communication is Key with Bedwetting
Every day, 5 million American children wake up not knowing if their bed will be wet or dry. Many of these children feel embarrassed and ashamed—and some are punished. Bedwetting is almost as common as asthma, but it is often not discussed, even with doctors, because of its embarrassing nature. A recent study showed a significant communication … [Read more...] about Communication is Key with Bedwetting
Help Your Child Cope With Doctor’s Visits
Despite the friendly atmosphere, doctors’ visits can be unsettling for children. Children may not understand why they are being examined and they typically have little say in the matter. To top this off, the visit often ends with blood tests or shots. How You Can Help Children are sensitive to their parent’s emotional state, so a calm and … [Read more...] about Help Your Child Cope With Doctor’s Visits
Does Your Toddler Have A Problem With Stuttering?
As children learn to speak, pauses and repetitions of syllables or words are normal. Parents typically notice episodes of stuttering interspersed with periods of normal speech. The stuttering that is seen in this age group is developmental in nature due to the acquisition of new language. In essence, the child can think of words faster than he can say them. Developmental … [Read more...] about Does Your Toddler Have A Problem With Stuttering?
What to Do If Your Child Has Hiccups
Hiccups are caused by a sudden contraction of the diaphragm, which draws air rapidly into the esophagus. The characteristic squeak occurs because the epiglottis closes rapidly shutting off the influx of air. Young babies frequently get hiccups after a feeding. In most cases, hiccups do not bother babies and require no treatment. They will resolve in 5 to 10 minutes. Because … [Read more...] about What to Do If Your Child Has Hiccups