Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence Written by Dakota Karratti

Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence

Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.

How to Calculate an Infant's Caloric Needs

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Dakota Karratti

Caloric requirements vary for infants, depending on a variety of factors such as current weight, body composition, birth weight, activity level, medical conditions, age and gender.

How Poor Nutrition Affects Child Development

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Dakota Karratti

Nutrition dictates more than a person's body mass index. The nutrition a child receives during the first few years of life can affect her health for years to come. Balanced nutrition is important to child development because children need specific nutrients to thrive and grow.

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How Many Calories Does an 8 Year Old Girl Need Per Day?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Dakota Karratti

Individual calorie needs vary because they are based on gender, age and activity level. On average, an 8-year-old girl should consume 1,400 to 1,800 calories each day depending on activity level.

How Many Calories Should a 14-Year-Old Eat in a Day?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Dakota Karratti

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the average 14-year-old male needs about 2,200 to 3,200 calories per day, and the average female needs about 1,800 to 2,400 each day.