Many people don't realize that reptiles (such as turtles, snakes, lizards, and iguanas) transmit salmonella, a kind of bacteria, through their feces. The salmonella bacteria are transmitted through direct contact with reptiles or by touching surfaces and people who have had contact with reptiles.

Severe hearing loss in babies is more common than you might think, affecting one or two infants in every thousand. It's actually one of the most common birth defects.

Urinary tract infections are quite common in infancy and childhood, including the neonatal period. They vary greatly in their clinical manifestations and range from comparatively mild asymptomatic lower tract infections, to life threatening infections of the renal parenchyma. In our experience, the incidence in hospitalized children may be as high as 8%.

Diarrhea occurring in infant (up to 1 year of age) is known as infantile diarrhea.Young babies, especially breastfed babies, often have very soft or liquid bowel movements. However, if your infant's stools become extra watery, she may have diarrhea. Monitor her bowel movements and see whether the diarrhea continues.

Have you ever heard of the green-eyed monster called jealousy? Sometimes brothers and sisters are jealous of one another. For instance, if your sister always does well at school, it may be frustrating for you, especially if your grades are lower.When brothers and sisters don't get along, it's called sibling rivalry (say: sih-bling rye-vul-ree).

Sickle cell anemia is caused by an abnormal type of hemoglobin called hemoglobin S. Hemoglobin is a protein inside red blood cells that carries oxygen. Hemoglobin S, however, reduces the amount of oxygen inside the cells, distoring their shape.

RSV(respiratory syncytial virus) is the most common respiratory pathogen in infants and young children. It has infected nearly all infants by the age of two years. Seasonal outbreaks of acute respiratory illness occur each year, on a schedule that is somewhat predictable in each region. The season typically begins in the fall and runs into the spring.

The reality of caring for a baby can be overwhelming. When your household grows from two to three, your relationship with your partner is bound to change.Being a new parent is wonderful, but there are times when it can be really difficult, too. This can generate feelings of guilt for a mom or dad who isn't enjoying every second of being a new parent. It can certainly be stressful.