Thursday, July 30, 2009

Some Bulgarian Greetings...

Hi/Hello Zdraveyte
Good morning Dobro utro
Good evening Dobar vecher
How are you? Kak ste?
Thank you Blagodaria
Good-bye Dovizhdane
Have a nice day Priyaten den
Nice to see you Radwam se da vi vidya

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Medical Issues: Rickets

What is rickets?
Rickets is a bone problem that usually occurs in children. Rickets can make your child's bones hurt. The bones soften and can break easily.
What causes rickets?
Most cases of rickets are caused by a lack of vitamin D, but rickets can also be inherited. Children ages 6-24 months are at highest risk of rickets because their bones are growing very rapidly during this period.
How can the doctor tell if my child has rickets?
Your child will need a full physical exam. Blood tests and x-rays of the arms or legs can also help your doctor determine if your child has rickets.
How is rickets treated?
Treatment depends on the type of rickets your child has. Nutritional rickets is treated with vitamin D and calcium, and often improvements occur within a few weeks of treatment. If your child has inherited rickets or has an illness causing the problem, you may need to see a doctor who specializes in rickets. www.familydoctor.org

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Angie Parish Joins the Eastern Europe Team

Angie Parish has recently joined the International team at Gladney. She is the new Program Assistant and and she will help you in the Gladney application process, requesting your home study, and building and maintaining your file until you receive your Gladney approval. Angie will assist families in Gladney's Eastern Europe and Latin American programs. She is looking forward to experiencing your adoption journey and helping you fulfill your family dreams of parenthood. Welcome, Angie!