Breastfeeding is nutritionally better for babies, it has been proven but breastfeeding is not always possible. There is nothing wrong with formula per se, but it cannot be the same as breastmilk. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusively breastfeeding in the first 6 months of life and continued breastfeeding with the introduction of complementary… Continue reading Bogus Study: Consumption of Breast Milk is Associated with Decreased Prevalence of Autism in Fragile X Syndrome
*please excuse the ableism. These are not my terms, they are from the Fragile X society in the UK and the CDC.* Fragile X syndrome is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in children. It is a genetic condition where there are changes in a gene that scientists call the fragile X mental… Continue reading Quack Myths: Fragile X Syndrome is the Same as Autism
Emma Dalymane, Melissa Eaton and myself had an opportunity to work on a year long project to combat the anti vax movement. This was a documentary called the Anti Vax Conspiracy. I believe this is a direct response to the propaganda film Vaxxed. It was a great experience taking part in this and I am… Continue reading In the Media: The Anti Vax Conspiracy
Friend from Long Ago I was sent away to camp a lot as a child so my parents wouldn't have to deal with me. When Girl Scout came was over, I was sent to day camp for the rest of the year. Back when I was a young child, I guess around 8 because it… Continue reading When A Longtime Friend Cuts You Off Ridiculous Reasons and They Want Back In
Aceminophin, Tylenol in the United States and Pharacetamol in Europe, is a commonly used over the counter pain medication that is commonly used in developed countries. It is currently sued by 46-56% of pregnant women in these developed countries. This is because it is considered the safest analgesic (pain medication) for pregnant AFAB and children.… Continue reading Bogus Study: Prenatal and Postnatal Exposure to Acetaminophen in Relation to Autism Spectrum and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Symptoms in Childhood: Meta Analysis in Sia European Population Based Cohorts
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