Joel Warsh, MD
Board Certified Pediatrician
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How to Choose and Wear an Athletic Cup for Contact Sports
Learn how to find the best size and shape for youA protective cup is a hard shell that’s inserted into a jock strap or compression shorts to protect the genitalia while playing physical sports. Some people believe that...
How to
Make a Ball Jointed Doll
Everything you need to assemble your very own customized ball-jointed doll Ball jointed dolls are fully-articulated dolls made from urethane resin. The original dolls were made by Volks in Japan, but other companies in C...
How to
Give a Newborn an IM Injection
An intramuscular injection, or IM injection, can seem really scary if you have to give one to your baby. It’s totally normal to feel unsure about the process or worried that you’ll hurt your baby. Don’t worry thoug...
A Step-By-Step Guide to Making a Stethoscope at Home
DIY your own stethoscope with our easy-to-follow guideA stethoscope allows you to listen to a person's heartbeat. They are commonly used by doctors and nurses, but make popular science experiments as well. Children also ...
How to
Look Into Your Own Ear
If you want to take a look into your own ear, your options are pretty limited. You can buy one of the various models of otoscopes that attaches to a smartphone and follow its instructions. Otherwise, you'll have to rely ...
A Weight Loss Guide For Parents & Kids
Losing weight can help kids feel healthier and more confident, but it can be hard to know where to start. Don't worry! In this article, we'll walk you through safe, healthy, effective ways to lose weight as a kid, from e...
How to
Put Up a Baby Gate
Keep your kids safe & secure with our simple installation guideBaby safety gates help protect your child from staircases and other dangerous spaces. They can also help you corral your baby or toddler into a safe room whe...
How to Stop Picking Your Nose for Good
Quit digging for treasure with these mindful instructionsNose picking is a very common activity across most (if not all) cultures. Even so, it is seen as unacceptable in public. In extreme cases, nose picking can cause s...
How to
Wear an Eyepatch
Most people think of pirates with parrots on their shoulders when they hear the words “eye patch.” However, nowadays eye patches can be used for more than just costumes--they are also commonly employed to help childr...
How to
Cover Your Face with a Shirt
Whether you’re simply dressing up as a ninja or creating a makeshift scarf, crafting a face cover with a T-shirt is easy. If you’re looking for the quickest mask available, you can’t go wrong with the one-cut face ...
How to Make Easy DIY Soap Bubbles for Your Children
How to make a bubble solution to give your kids hours of fun Watching bubbles float on the wind and burst in the air is a time-honored activity that’ll thrill any kid. It only requires a few materials that you likely a...
How to
Use Shower Gel
Using shower gel leaves a gentle scent on your skin, as well as leaving you feeling fresh and clean. What greater delight can you have than to get clean in such a fun and easy way? This article will not only show you ho...
How to
Stop a Baby from Vomiting
It's easy to feel distressed when your baby vomits. Often, whatever's causing your baby to vomit will soon work its way out of your baby's system, but you do need to keep your baby hydrated and comfortable. Pay close att...
How to
Pin a Cloth Diaper on an Older Bedwetting Child
After purchasing cloth diapers and plastic pants for your older child—depending on the age of the child—the parents and/or older siblings may need to assist them with diapering themself. How soon the child is able to...
How to
Play Teacher
School's not always the most fun thing in the world, but playing school can be a lot of fun! If you want to set up a school with your friends and be the teacher in charge, you can do it the right way. Learn to set up you...
How to
Take an Infant's Pulse
Heart rate, which is also known as pulse rate is defined as the number of times the heart beats in one full minute. Infants generally have higher pulse rates than adults; they're heart rates generally fall between 140 an...
How to
Clean Yourself in the Bath
Who doesn't like a nice soak in the bath? They are relaxing, therapeutic and a good chance to get your thoughts in order. After a long and stressful day, a bath can be the perfect trick to feel fresh, clean, and at ease....
How to
Hang a Baby Swing
A baby swing is a great way to entertain your infant or toddler for up to 30 minutes at a time. For maximum comfort and safety, though, it’s important to choose a good swing location and to secure the swing in place pr...
What Do I Want in a Weight Loss Program Quiz
Embarking on your weight loss journey is an important decision—and most important of all is finding a weight loss program that supports you and your goals. But what exactly are your goals, and how can you find a progra...
How to
Get a Teen to Shower Regularly
As teenagers go through puberty, not only does their body change, but how they have to care for their body changes, too. Teenagers will likely need to shower more often than when they were younger, and many will begin us...
