Gestational diabetes – what should I know about it?

How is gestational diabetes diagnosed?   Gestational diabetes is diagnosed with an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), which is usually performed during weeks 24–28. The test is usually performed in a laboratory following a referral from the maternity clinic. Eating is not allowed for 10–12 hours before the test. A blood sample will be taken from the […]

Stop and listen to your child

There’s much talk these days about mindfulness, but it’s not always easy in everyday life. Adults have to think about many things related to the home, work life, children and hobbies. There are plenty of schedules and obligations. In contrast, children live in a world of desires where they want to get things and to […]

December 20, 2019

Ask a paediatrician about your child’s overweight

Marketta, you are studying children’s overweight, and as a paediatrician you have also treated overweight children. Why do we need to intervene when a child is overweight? Isn’t it a family matter?   Overweight in children and adolescents has to do with growth. Healthy growth is a great thing. Many parents mark their child’s height […]

December 18, 2019

Smoking when pregnant or breastfeeding – where can I get help and support?

Why would I succeed in quitting smoking?   Have you previously succeeded in quitting smoking? What helped you then? What did you succeed in? Try to think that planning for pregnancy and the pregnancy itself offer you a chance to make a change. Changing the way you think about quitting smoking might help.   “I’m […]

Dental care instructions

Basic principles of dental care Eating regular meals and avoiding snacks prevents tooth decay. You should only eat at mealtimes (4 to 6 times a day). When you’re feeling thirsty, it’s best to choose water, as it doesn’t contain any acids to damage teeth. Brush your teeth every morning and night with a toothpaste that contains […]

Emotional skills in our family

Emotional skills in our family Small children can experience many feelings. They may be frightened about going to day care and feel shy in the company of strangers. A little girl’s big brother is really good at ice hockey, but her younger sister always ruins everything they are playing. She feels irritated when her mum says […]

Screen time

Screen time means all the time spent using digital devices (smartphones, television, computer, tablets, videogames). It’s a good idea to talk about the amount of daily screen time with your children and to agree on limits for the use of devices in your family. It’s difficult to give specific recommendations about screen time, considering that […]