The Urban Child Institute today released the sixth edition of its definitive publication about the state of children in Memphis and Shelby County, Data Book 2011, a comprehensive report that annually presents the facts about our community's children.
By Aisling Maki
The Memphis-based Urban Child Institute is recruiting the final participants in what will ultimately be an intensive eight-year study focused on the cognitive development of young children in Shelby County.
The Importance of Good Parenting in Early Childhood
The PDF attached below is a very special one to us here at The Institute. Dr. Hank Herrod has been honing this presentation for a few years, and so it represents the full message of The Institute better than any other single presentation available. Most recently, Dr.
Folic Acid Supplements Reduce the Risk of Neural Tube Defects
Birth defects were responsible for 1 in 5 infant deaths in Tennessee in 2004. Memphis already leads the nation in infant mortality, making it imperative that we emphasize proper prenatal care. Women should eat at least 400 micrograms of the B vitamin folic acid every day.
What Are Neural Tube Defects?
Neural tube defects (NTDs) are among the most common congenital anomalies in the United States, second only in frequency to congenital heart defects. Efforts to reduce the prevalence of these devastating abnormalities demonstrates the effectiveness of the translation of basic science and population research to health care practices, and from practice to public policy.
The transition to parenthood is a critical moment in a relationship. Some research indicates that couples become less satisfied with their marriage after they have children. Parenthood often means more conflicts and disagreements and less leisure time, communication and intimacy.