Category: Growth and Development

What do Brian May and Tom Scholz have in common? The obvious answer for many classic rock fans is that they are both great guitarists. Brian May of the music group Queen, is considered one of the world’s best lead Read More …

As a baby develops, many changes in the brain related to language, learning, social ability, vision and perception occur at a fast pace. Most of this complicated development is completed by 18 months of age. So it is important that Read More …

We know that getting enough exercise has many benefits to growing children’s health and development. But how much is needed? The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSPE)  has released new guidelines about how much and what type of physical activity is needed Read More …

Many parents worry about toilet training their young children. Most of the time parents will know when their children are ready. However parents should not rush toilet training nor should they have unrealistic expectations. Patience is key! Most children are Read More …

Hearing: The first two important years The first two year is the time during which hearing develops in children. It is important for parents to be able to recognize signs of a hearing problem as early as possible and seek Read More …

Baby’s first smile, first steps, and first words are exciting events that are certainly worth recording! The following is a chart which, when printed, can serve as a record of your baby’s development. Put a tick below the appropriate month, Read More …

LISTEN TO DR.PAUL TALK ABOUT GROWTH CURVES: One of the aspects that makes the field Pediatrics different from adult medicine is that children are constantly changing. They grow at a tremendous rate, especially during the first few years of life. Read More …

When do teeth first form? Teeth begin to form even before a baby is born. The first tooth usually erupts through the gum by the 6th to 7th month, but some children may not get their first tooth until after Read More …