Kids' Health

Infant mortality (infant death prior to age one) is a problem throughout the world. Causes of infant mortality, including birth defects, are explained. Ways to have a healthy pregnancy and prevent infant mortality are also covered.

Babies who experience cranial deformities may benefit from wearing helmets. While some professionals disagree, a vast majority agree that helmets can correct flat heads if prescribed at an early age.

One in every 33 infants born in the USA will be born with some sort of birth defect. This article explains some of the most common disabilities seen in infants and how to recognize their symptoms.