Family Health Videos

Black and blue cohosh are herbs used to induce labor when they are placed in tea or under the tongue every hour. Learn how to incorporate black and blue cohosh when ready to give birth with help...

There may be natural ways to help encourage an abortion, but consulting with a health care provider is extremely important to determine the best plan. Learn about naturally terminating a pregnancy...

Using a breast pump to induce labor can help contract the uterus, as nipple stimulation is linked to labor contractions. Apply warm compresses and a breast pump to the nipples with help from a...

Bouncing on a stability ball can help induce labor by opening the woman's hips, encouraging the baby to be lower in the uterus and putting pressure on the cervix. Ready the body for labor using an...

Acupressure can be used to induce labor when it is medically or emotionally time for the baby to come. Determine the three acupressure spots for inducing labor with help from a licensed midwife in...

Obtaining a birth certificate after a home birth differs between states, but generally, proof of the birth and proof of residency is required. Research how to get a birth certificate in your state...

Yeast infections during pregnancy are safe to treat using over-the-counter products, especially past the first trimester. Consider using a seven-day regimen to eliminate a yeast infection with...

Ovarian cancer is very difficult to detect, as the symptoms can be subtle, vague or similar to other conditions. Learn more about ovarian cancer with medical advice from a board-certified...

Menstrual cycle prediction begins with keeping a log of past cycles, which usually average about 28 days long. Record pre-ovulation, post-ovulation and menstrual bleeding with medical advice from...

Boosting estrogen in the body is beneficial for menopausal and pre-menopausal women, and bio-identical estrogen supplements are the best treatment options. Find out how to take natural estrogen...

Getting pregnant without a man is possible by artificial insemination using donations from a sperm bank. Understand the impregnation process with medical advice from a board-certified gynecologist...

Vaginal yeast infections are often treated with over-the-counter products that can span between one and seven days. Take measures to prevent yeast infections in the first place with medical advice...

Delaying the menstrual cycle involves continuing to take the active birth control pills through the entire month instead of taking the inactive pills one week. Understand the benefits and risks of...

Donating eggs is a lengthy process that involves hormone therapy, analysis and an invasive procedure to retrieve the eggs. Understand the egg donation process with medical advice from a...

Reducing estrogen levels in the body requires specific diet and exercise, including avoiding hormone-rich foods, such as soy, red meat and dairy. Find out how to naturally reduce estrogen levels...

Both PMS and PMDD can be treated using natural progesterone, also known as bio-identical progesterone, which can be taken orally, applied transdermally or inserted intra-vaginally. Understand how...

Recognizing signs of mental illness in children can be done earlier than we ever thought possible. Learn what to look for in your child with help from a doctor in this free video on child health...

The best way to the measure body fat percentage for an overweight child is to use a tool called the Body Mass Index. Learn how this tool is used to measure body fat with guidance from a doctor in...

Hay fever treatments are very similar to allergy treatments, because hay fever is actually an allergy of the nose. Find the best treatment for your child's hay fever with tips from a doctor in...

Walking pneumonia refers to a type of pneumonia that does not keep the child bedridden or hospitalized. Learn the differences between the types of pneumonia as well as the treatments for them with...

Treatments for intestinal parasites in children are usually not needed, however in rare cases, medications or even surgery is necessary. Determine the severity of your child's intestinal parasites...

Pain relief for children with scoliosis is usually not necessary, but there are braces that can be worn to help straighten out the spine over time. Discover treatment options for your child's...

To treat vomiting in children, you'll most likely want to start oral rehydration therapy with them. Get your child back to normal after a vomiting spell with tips from a doctor in this free video...

When treating pinworms in children, usually the entire family needs to be treated, as well. Find out if your child has pinworms with help from a doctor in this free video on child health treatments.

Natural treatments for childhood asthma is extremely discouraged, especially since there are many effective medications available. Learn about the medications for treating childhood asthma with...

Dry irritated eyes is not a common complaint among children and should be taken seriously if your child is having eye discomfort. Make sure your child's eye irritation is not something more...

When discussing treatments for bronchitis in children, this is really referring to a cough illness that could be many different things. Discover why your child is constantly coughing with help...

Treating a child with eczema involves using anti-itching medications, as well as steroid creams to fight the allergic reaction. Determine how to treat your child's eczema with advice from a doctor...

To treat post-nasal drip in children, it's important to determine the source of the nasal secretions. Find out how to treat your child's post-nasal drip with tips from a doctor in this free video...

The key to helping children sleep better is designing a bedtime routine about 30 minutes before they should be asleep. Remove stimuli, dim the lights, and allow children to fall asleep on their...

Children can better conquer their fears when their parents are a model of calmness and when they can change negative thinking patterns. Encourage children to face their fears, and gain confidence...

Stress can affect children as much as it affects adults, so teaching a child to be aware of stress symptoms is the first step in showing her how to alleviate it. Give children the tools to deal...

To help a child's fear, it is important to help him confront the fear little by little in order to overcome it. Avoid escaping from a child's phobias with help from a practicing child psychologist...

Separation anxiety is common among children of a young age, especially when they first begin school. Find out how to treat separation anxiety with help from a practicing child psychologist in this...

Children can better deal with anger when their parents stay calm and show examples of healthy emotional responses. Explain emotional language to young children with help from a practicing child...

To find a good child therapist, don't be afraid to ask many questions about credentials, background and experience. Find the best therapist for your child with help from a practicing child...

Helping a stuttering child requires a team effort from the psychologist, the parents and the language pathologist. Reduce anxiety and build a child's confidence to reduce stuttering with help from...

Depression in children is often diagnosed through a series of clinical structured interviews, reporting scales and self-reporting scales. Address depression symptoms early on in a child's life...

Teaching children proper breathing exercises can help reduce stress and anxiety. Make breathing exercises fun for kids to learn with help from a practicing child psychologist in this free video on...

Breast soreness is common during pregnancy because the breast tissue and nipples are overstimulated by the rush of hormones that occurs. Understand why breasts become sore while pregnant with...

Some pregnant women experience Restless Leg Syndrome, which manifests in a creepy crawly sensation in the legs and desire to move the legs around. Discover possible causes of RLS while pregnant...

Women with irregular periods have a better chance of getting pregnant by using ovulation predictor tests or by taking fertility drugs to regulate ovulation. Increase the chances of conceiving with...

Worrisome symptoms during pregnancy include vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, absence of fetal movement and premature rupture of the amniotic sac. Identify symptoms that are cause for concern with...

High blood pressure can sometimes occur during pregnancy in women with chronic hypertension or pregnancy-induced hypertension. Find out what causes high blood pressure in pregnant women with...

Leg cramps are common during pregnancy because of the patient's increased weight along with possible muscle enzyme deficiencies. Alleviate pregnancy-related leg cramps with health information from...

The first stage of pregnancy development, known as the first trimester, is the 13-week period when the baby develops all of the bodily symptoms and organs. Understand the importance and...

During early pregnancy, warning signs would include vaginal bleeding of any kind, especially when accompanied by abdominal pain, which could indicate an impending miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy....

Stretch marks cannot always be avoided, as they are genetic in origin. Understand the nature of pregnancy stretch marks with health information from a practicing gynecologist in this free video on...

A pregnancy calendar represents the progression of the fetus on a weekly or monthly basis. Learn about the various stages of pregnancy with health information from a practicing gynecologist in...

When trying to get pregnant, women under 30 years of age should try for 12 months before seeking medical help, but women between 35 and 40 should wait only six months. Track the menstrual cycle...