Infant Formula Shortage FAQs: Help for Parents

The infant formula shortage is causing extreme stress, fear, and frustration for those who cannot find an adequate supply. A pediatrician explains answers to the most frequently asked questions she has received about this complex situation, including what's safe and what isn't for infants.

Parents should consider taking extra precautions to help kids avoid potential infections from tick bites — especially in the warmer months and when visiting high-risk areas. An infectious diseases doctor explains what parents need to know about ticks and Lyme disease, the bacteria some ticks carry.

Diet fads come and go – but for kids with epilepsy, the ketogenic (keto) diet is here to stay. It has been used as early as the 1920s to help kids with seizure control. Read to learn how it works, and why it’s not yet recommended for kids without seizures.

Button batteries, which are in so many everyday objects, are not just a choking risk. When swallowed, they can become stuck in the esophagus or intestines and slowly leak alkaline electrolytes. This creates burns which can cause long term damage and sometimes even lead to death. The larger the button battery, the greater the risk of it getting stuck.

Marijuana edibles are food products that contain marijuana. Learn about the dangers these products can pose related to accidental ingestion.

Autism describes developmental differences in kids related to communication, learning, play, and social engagement. We call this neurodiversity. A pediatric psychologist explains how parents can talk about (and celebrate!) autism and neurodiversity with their kids.