Articles on pediatrics

Motion sickness or seasickness
Motion sickness or seasickness

Many people experience motion sickness while traveling on a yacht, ship, or in land transport. Sometimes these unpleasant symptoms persist throughout the journey, preventing one from enjoying their trip. If you struggle with motion sickness, the following recommendations from neurologist of the high

Parents Need Support Too
Parents Need Support Too

The advice and examples from this psychologist will help many parents feel empowered and understand the importance of not forgetting their own lives. After all, children with special needs are not a life sentence but a story that can unfold differently. How to help them was shared by Nadiya Viktoriv

Fractures Won't Scare Us! Assisting Children in Cases of Injury
Fractures Won't Scare Us! Assisting Children in Cases of Injury

During the summer holidays, the number of cases of childhood injuries noticeably increases. Children play in playgrounds, and every year, in addition to the usual rollerblades, skateboards, and bicycles, more and more injury-prone means of quick transportation are added: tricycles, scooters, hoverbo

In the World of Unique Children
In the World of Unique Children

Why are children with autism called special? What do they do differently than other children? How do they live and what do they feel? Through stories shared by a doctor, we can get a glimpse into the world of these extraordinary children, where everything is different. Stanislava Haponova, a pediatr

Vaccination: The Most Effective Means of Protection against the Flu for Children and Adults
Vaccination: The Most Effective Means of Protection against the Flu for Children and Adults

Dear Visitors, Every year in Ukraine, there is a significant increase in flu cases during the autumn-winter season. The Ministry of Health of Ukraine emphasizes the importance of taking preventive measures to avoid contracting the flu and knowing what to do in case of illness. How can you catc

Introduction of Vegetables, Fruits, and Berries into a Child's Diet
Introduction of Vegetables, Fruits, and Berries into a Child's Diet

Summer is the season of vibrant berries and fruits, vegetables and fruits that you may want to introduce to your baby. However, a pressing question during this time is: when should you start introducing vegetables and fruits, how, and in what quantities to ensure it doesn’t harm the child'

The Story of Friendship Between a Grown-up and a Little Human
The Story of Friendship Between a Grown-up and a Little Human

"We're going to see cool Max! He's some kind of doctor…" This morning, Rostik tells his toy dragon Olo about his visit to the doctor. Last time, mom didn’t lie: Max wasn’t as scary as Aunt Tamara from the big, cold clinic... She stabs your finger painfully wit

Influenza in the Big City. Season 2016
Influenza in the Big City. Season 2016

This material has been prepared in response to the questions of parents of our young patients. After all, every pediatrician at MM “Dobrobut” empathizes with the concerns of parents at every appointment and shares their anxiety over a sick child. We hope that this information will help a

Column by Kovbasko K.M. Seasonal Allergy
Column by Kovbasko K.M. Seasonal Allergy

Column by Kateryna Mykhailivna Kovbasko, Candidate of Medical Sciences, Pediatrician, Pediatric Allergist at the Dobrobut Medical Network Spring in Quarantine: Seasonal Allergies Are Still Here The sun, warmth, and spring air—each year, we eagerly await the arrival of spring. This year,

Special Children - A Special World
Special Children - A Special World

What are children with autism like? What do they feel, how do they perceive others, why is it difficult for them to live in the world we are used to? The story of Olga Palahniuk, speech and language therapist at the Dobrobut Medical Network, will not leave anyone indifferent. Every word of the docto

Sunscreens for children: recommendations for use
Sunscreens for children: recommendations for use

Natalia Osovalyuk, dermatovenerologist at Dobrobut Medical Center, tells about the peculiarities of their use for children. Oncologists have noticed that melanoma (skin cancer) occurs 10-20 times more often in adult patients who have received sunburns in childhood. It should also be noted that ch

Ophthalmology in MN "Dobrobut": accurate diagnostics for adults and children - quick problem
Ophthalmology in MN "Dobrobut": accurate diagnostics for adults and children - quick problem

Highly qualified ophthalmologists work for you, using the latest equipment to diagnose even the most minor deviations in your vision and provide effective treatment in a timely manner.

Don't give up, you can always help your child!
Don't give up, you can always help your child!

Antonina Lobodyuk, a pediatrician at the Dobrobut Medical Network, explained why it is necessary to start working with specialists as early as possible. One of the mistakes parents make When a mother notices that her child behaves differently from other children, she starts looking for informa

Lymphadenopathy in children: key points of diagnosis
Lymphadenopathy in children: key points of diagnosis

A child of any age can be taken on a trip if the necessary precautions are taken. Thanks to the recommendations of Natalia Sidelnikova, a pediatrician at Dobrobut Medical Center, the vacation will be useful and safe for the child and comfortable for his or her parents. Take responsibility for cho

Keto diet: new in the treatment of severe epilepsy in children
Keto diet: new in the treatment of severe epilepsy in children

A certain diet can reduce the frequency of epilepsy seizures. A keto diet (ketogenic diet) is a diet that contains a high amount of fat, while protein content is limited and carbohydrate content is relatively low. With such a diet, which is calculated individually for each patient, the body is

How to make a vacation with a child pleasant and safe: pediatrician's recommendations
How to make a vacation with a child pleasant and safe: pediatrician's recommendations

A child of any age can take a trip with you if you take the necessary precautions. Thanks to the recommendations of Natalia Sidelnikova, a pediatrician at Dobrobut Medical Center, your vacation will be useful and safe for your child and comfortable for his or her parents. Take responsibility for

Influenza: avoid the threat by getting vaccinated!
Influenza: avoid the threat by getting vaccinated!

Every year, about 500,000 people die from flu complications worldwide, i.e. 4-5% of those who contract the dangerous virus. Most of the victims are children under 2 years old and the elderly over 65. Why is the flu so scary? Acute respiratory viral diseases account for 95% of all cases of infe

Why is an ordinary doctor not ready to help a special child?
Why is an ordinary doctor not ready to help a special child?

Not every specialist can conduct a proper examination if a child has ASD, CP, or Down syndrome. Stanisлава Rykova, a pediatrician from the Medical Network “Dobrobut,” explains the specifics of working with special children. Most parents, upon learning that their child is special, o

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