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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

By Family Kickstart Georgia | March 14, 2018

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects a person’s ability to interact with the world around them. ASD is a neuro-developmental disability thought to have neurological or genetic causes (or both). The term ASD includes autism, Asperger’s syndrome…

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Secure Attachment – Babies, Young Children and Their Parents

By Family Kickstart Georgia | March 11, 2018

Attachment is the strong, long-lasting bond, which develops between a baby and her caregiver. This enables a baby to feel safe, free to explore and learn, and helps with forming relationships throughout their lives. Providing consistent responsive and sensitive care…

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Getting Pregnant

By Family Kickstart Georgia | February 27, 2018

Pregnancy is a complex phenomenon involving many factors – it’s not just about having sex. From ovulation, insemination and conception, and implanting of the growing embryo into the uterus, the pathway to successful pregnancy requires many factors to line up…

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Allergies

By Family Kickstart Georgia | February 24, 2018

When the body ‘trigger’ or overreacts to an allergen that is typically harmless to most people occurs an allergy. Examples of allergies include eczema, hay fever, hives, asthma and food allergy. Estimates suggest that about one person in four is…

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Autoimmune Diseases

By Family Kickstart Georgia | February 19, 2018

Autoimmune diseases are caused by an overactive immune system. There are many types, including Coeliac disease, Graves’ disease, and lupus. Although they can’t be cured, there are various treatment options to manage the symptoms and reduce further damage to your…

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Influenza (Flu)

By Family Kickstart Georgia | February 18, 2018

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infection of the nose, lungs, and throat caused by the influenza A or B (or rarely C) viruses. It is highly infectious. The United States experiences epidemics of seasonal flu each year.…

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Optimism

By Family Kickstart Georgia | February 17, 2018

A healthy attitude to living is the best thing parents can give their children. There is a sense of satisfaction and achievement for parents who feel confident that their child is equipped to handle challenges and difficulties. We live in…

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Self-esteem

By Family Kickstart Georgia | February 14, 2018

Healthy self-esteem is feeling good about yourself, and feeling that you are a worthwhile person. It is important for children to feel okay about themselves most of the time even we all have self-doubts at times. Self-esteem enables them to…

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