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Back To School: How To Help Build Executive Functioning Skills
11
Aug 2026
Back To School: How To Help Build Executive Functioning Skills
Executive functioning skills help individuals plan and work toward their goals successfully. Learn how you can help build and nurture your child’s executive functioning skills at home to support their organization and study.
By: Amie Duncan, PhD | 0
Safety and Prevention
How to Avoid Purchasing a Counterfeit Car Seat
04
Aug 2026
How to Avoid Purchasing a Counterfeit Car Seat
Counterfeit car seats are made with inferior materials that are unsafe. Learn how to avoid purchasing a counterfeit car seat.
By: Angela Campos, RN | 0
Child Development and Behavior
7 Tips to Mentally Prepare Your Child for the School Year
30
Jul 2026
7 Tips to Mentally Prepare Your Child for the School Year
Getting ready for the new school year can be stressful. Read our tips to help kids mentally prepare for the adjustment.
By: Amie Duncan, PhD | 2
Safety and Prevention
Should Parents Be Concerned About Cyclospora? Answers to This and Other FAQs
28
Jul 2026
Should Parents Be Concerned About Cyclospora? Answers to This and Other FAQs
With Cyclospora in the news, some parents wonder if they should be eliminating certain foods and washing produce. Get answers here!
By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 0
Healthy Living
Kids Riding Electric Scooters & Bikes: What Are the Risks?
23
Jul 2026
Kids Riding Electric Scooters & Bikes: What Are the Risks?
Electric scooters and bikes have become popular, but are they safe? Read about the risks as well as tips to reduce the risk of injury.
By: Melissa Williams, MSN | 0
Safety and Prevention
The Benadryl Challenge: What Parents Should Know
21
Jul 2026
The Benadryl Challenge: What Parents Should Know
The Benadryl challenge has become popular on TikTok. Learn what it is, its risks, and what to talk about with your kids.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
A Guide to Picking the Right Helmet For Kids
07
Jul 2026
A Guide to Picking the Right Helmet For Kids
Learn how to choose the right helmet for your child with expert tips on fit, safety standards, and selecting the best helmet for every ride.
By: Stephanie Lyons, CPST-I | 0
Safety and Prevention
Fireworks Safety Tips
01
Jul 2026
Fireworks Safety Tips
The safest option to enjoy fireworks is to watch a professional show. If you plan to set off at-home fireworks, follow these safety tips.
By: Wendy Pomerantz, MD | 0
Patient Family Experience
Waterproof Casts For Kids
30
Jun 2026
Waterproof Casts For Kids
Waterproof casts offer all the benefits of traditional casting plus several other benefits. Learn about the benefits and how to take care of them properly.
By: Eric J. Wall, MD | 1
Healthy Living
Heat Rash, Exhaustion and Stroke: What’s the Difference?
16
Jun 2026
Heat Rash, Exhaustion and Stroke: What’s the Difference?
Knowing the difference between heat rash, exhaustion and stroke can help you decide whether to cool off at home or seek emergency care.
By: Rosalynd Brackens, MD | 1
Healthy Living
Shoulder Pain in Swimmers: Exercises for Prevention
09
Jun 2026
Shoulder Pain in Swimmers: Exercises for Prevention
Learn two simple tricks to prevent or alleviate shoulder pain in swimmers before it becomes an injury from overuse.
By: Kate Berz, DO | 5
Healthy Living
8 Ways Parents Can Help Teens Manage Stress
19
May 2026
8 Ways Parents Can Help Teens Manage Stress
Teen stress levels rival those of adults! Parents can help their teens manage it by trying the these techniques.
By: Lynne Merk, PhD | 1
Learning and Growing
20 Books About Emotions and Mental Health for Kids
15
May 2026
20 Books About Emotions and Mental Health for Kids
Discover 20 books that help kids understand emotions, build coping skills, and grow confidence and strong relationships.
By: Julie Bemerer, PsyD | 0
Healthy Living
All About Periods
07
Apr 2026
All About Periods
Girls usually start their first period between the ages of 10 and 15. Learn helpful tips about periods to share with your child.
By: Lesley Breech, MD | 0
Fitness and Nutrition
3 Factors That Put Teens At Higher Risk for Running Injuries
31
Mar 2026
3 Factors That Put Teens At Higher Risk for Running Injuries
Some factors put teens at higher risk for running injuries than adults. Learn what they are and what to do when an injury happens.
By: Jeffery Taylor-Haas | 0
Podcast
Eczema in Kids: What Parents Should Know
20
Mar 2026
Eczema in Kids: What Parents Should Know
Learn what eczema is, how symptoms change with age and practical tips to manage flare-ups and care for your child’s dry, itchy skin.
By: Podcast Team | 0
Safety and Prevention
Cold Weather Car Seat Safety Reminders
23
Feb 2026
Cold Weather Car Seat Safety Reminders
Heavy puffer coats aren't the best choice for keeping kids safe and warm in their car seats. Learn how to dress them for cold weather.
By: Michelle Price | 3
Podcast
Consent and Communication: Building Healthy Relationships
20
Feb 2026
Consent and Communication: Building Healthy Relationships
Explore how to talk to kids and teens about consent, boundaries and healthy relationships with practical tips for parents and caregivers.
By: Ashley Cremeans, MSSW, LSW | 0
Healthy Living
Infant Jaundice: 5 Things Expecting Parents Should Know
19
Feb 2026
Infant Jaundice: 5 Things Expecting Parents Should Know
About 50-60 percent of otherwise healthy newborns will have some degree of jaundice. One treatment is light therapy. Learn more about treatments and what to look for in your newborn.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Heart Conditions
You Can Save A Life: Using an AED Requires No Experience
10
Feb 2026
You Can Save A Life: Using an AED Requires No Experience
AEDs were made so that anyone can give a life-saving shock to someone who is in sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Read how easy it is.
By: Adam Powell, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
5 Tips for Safe Sled Riding
06
Feb 2026
5 Tips for Safe Sled Riding
Fractures, concussions, and abrasions are the most common sled-riding injuries. Read 5 tips to stay safe while still having fun.
By: Michelle Price | 0
Healthy Living
Swaddling DO’s and DON’Ts
03
Feb 2026
Swaddling DO’s and DON’Ts
If parents choose swaddling as a strategy for baby calming or sleeping, here are some DO's and DON'Ts to help prevent SIDS and hip dysplasia.
By: Amy Nathan, MD | 3
Healthy Living
Bronchiolitis: A Parent’s Guide to One of the Most Common Winter Illnesses
20
Jan 2026
Bronchiolitis: A Parent’s Guide to One of the Most Common Winter Illnesses
About 90% of kids under age 2 will get bronchiolitis at least once. Learn tips for managing this common illness.
By: Brad Sobolewski, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
6 RSV FAQs
08
Jan 2026
6 RSV FAQs
Learn about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and get answers to common questions, including when to contact your child's doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
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