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How Important Are Baby Teeth?
09
Feb 2023
How Important Are Baby Teeth?
Baby teeth just fall out and are replaced with another set, right? Read why they're not just vital to dental health, but overall heath.
By: Sarat Thikkurissy, DDS | 1
Patient Family Experience
Why Play Is Important in Therapy
07
Feb 2023
Why Play Is Important in Therapy
Play therapy involves much more than just playing with a child. Learn about how play therapists use play with specific goals in medical settings.
By: Tisha Gaynor, MSSA, LISW-S, RPT-S | 1
The Young & Healthy Podcast
First Aid: Skills To Save a Life
03
Feb 2023
First Aid: Skills To Save a Life
Two emergency medicine physicians dive into first aid and provide practical tools that could help you save someone’s life.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
Heart Conditions
My Child Has High Blood Pressure, Now What?
02
Feb 2023
My Child Has High Blood Pressure, Now What?
About 3.5% of kids have high blood pressure. If your child receives this diagnosis, a pediatric cardiologist explains what to expect next.
By: Sarah Henson, MD | 0
Fitness and Nutrition
5 Tips to Make A Gluten-Free Diet More Manageable
26
Jan 2023
5 Tips to Make A Gluten-Free Diet More Manageable
A diagnosis of celiac disease and starting a gluten-free diet can be overwhelming, especially for kids. These tips from a dietitian can help make it more manageable.
By: Abi Lepolt, RD, CSP, LD | 1
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Your Student’s Mental Health During ACT/SAT Season
20
Jan 2023
Your Student’s Mental Health During ACT/SAT Season
Two experts discuss the importance of mental health for students who will take the ACT or SAT tests this year.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
Child Development and Behavior
5 Must-Know Points About Infantile Torticollis
19
Jan 2023
5 Must-Know Points About Infantile Torticollis
Torticollis causes a baby’s head to tilt and turn to one side only. Early intervention can correct it. Learn the warning signs.
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Healthy Living
6 Points to Remember about Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Kids
13
Jan 2023
6 Points to Remember about Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Kids
Urinary tract infections are a common childhood problem. Learn about their symptoms and traits to help prevent them from getting worse.
By: Odile Kennedy | 2
Healthy Living
Febrile Seizures: Why They Happen and What to Do
10
Jan 2023
Febrile Seizures: Why They Happen and What to Do
About two percent of kids under the age of six will have at least one febrile seizure. Learn why they happen and what to do about them.
By: Brad Sobolewski, MD | 0
Child Development and Behavior
How to Support Your Child with Mental Health Struggles
05
Jan 2023
How to Support Your Child with Mental Health Struggles
Here are several strategies families can use at home to help create a supportive environment for kids facing mental health challenges.
By: Emily Meyer, MSW, LISW-S | 3
Safety and Prevention
Testicle Pain in Boys: Don’t Wait, Act
04
Jan 2023
Testicle Pain in Boys: Don’t Wait, Act
When boys complain of sudden testicle pain, seek help immediately. It could be testicular torsion, which can cause permanent damage.
By: Brad Sobolewski, MD | 13
Rare and Complex Conditions
Laryngomalacia: Is My Child’s Noisy Breathing Serious?
29
Dec 2022
Laryngomalacia: Is My Child’s Noisy Breathing Serious?
Laryngomalacia is the most common cause of noisy breathing in infants (stridor). Learn about other symptoms and when to see a specialist.
By: Catherine Hart, MD | 13
Healthy Living
8 Steps to Help Kids Make New Year’s Resolutions
27
Dec 2022
8 Steps to Help Kids Make New Year’s Resolutions
Kids as young as preschool age can benefit from learning how to set and achieve goals. Follow these steps to help them make resolutions.
By: Aria Fiat, PhD | 0
Healthy Living
Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids: Tips for Parents
21
Dec 2022
Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids: Tips for Parents
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that can occur in children and adults. Once SAD is diagnosed, treatments are effective. We offer several strategies you can use at home to help your child feel better.
By: Julie Bemerer, PsyD | 0
Safety and Prevention
10 Toy Safety Tips for the Holidays
20
Dec 2022
10 Toy Safety Tips for the Holidays
It’s important to read toy labeling and safety instructions carefully to make sure the toys are appropriate for your child’s age and skill level. These tips can help you make sure the toys in your house are as safe as possible for your kids.
By: Julia Conroy, MAEd, MCHES | 3
Healthy Living
Caring for the Caregivers of Children with Congenital Heart Disease 
19
Dec 2022
Caring for the Caregivers of Children with Congenital Heart Disease 
Learning your child has a heart condition can be overwhelming. It can bring a whirlwind of thoughts and feelings. Here are some tips and resources that can help.
By: Nadine Kasparian, PhD | 0
Healthy Living
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle Through the Holidays: DO’s and DON’Ts
15
Dec 2022
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle Through the Holidays: DO’s and DON’Ts
'Tis the season for holiday parties, food-related treats, and off-kilter schedules. Read a dietitian's tips to help families enjoy themselves while still maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
By: Shelly Frank, RD, LD | 0
Healthy Living
Tonsils 101: When It’s Time to Remove Them
12
Dec 2022
Tonsils 101: When It’s Time to Remove Them
Removing tonsils, or a tonsillectomy, is a common pediatric surgery. Learn about the two main reasons why the procedure may be needed.
By: Catherine Hart, MD | 6
Healthy Living
Common Triggers of Headaches in Children and Teens
08
Dec 2022
Common Triggers of Headaches in Children and Teens
Headaches can be triggered by a number of different things. Read about the most common triggers of occasional headaches in children and teens.
By: Andrew Hershey, MD, PhD | 0
Rare and Complex Conditions
VEO-IBD: 6 Helpful Things We’ve Learned
06
Dec 2022
VEO-IBD: 6 Helpful Things We’ve Learned
Very early onset IBD is diagnosed in kids less than 5 years old. As incidence is on the rise, a mom shares some tips to help other families.
By: Amy Marcum | 0
Healthy Living
Ear Tubes: What Parents Need To Know
28
Nov 2022
Ear Tubes: What Parents Need To Know
Ear infections are common but for some kids, they happen often enough that pressure equalizing (PE) tubes become a treatment option.
By: Catherine Hart, MD | 0
Healthy Living
How Can I Prevent My Kids From Getting Motion Sickness?
23
Nov 2022
How Can I Prevent My Kids From Getting Motion Sickness?
Motion sickness is fairly common in kids, especially between the ages of 2-12. Understanding why it happens can help parents prevent it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
How to Help Children Learn Habits of Gratitude
22
Nov 2022
How to Help Children Learn Habits of Gratitude
The holiday season is a great time to focus on being grateful and to teach children habits of gratitude that will last their lifetime. Read psychologist Dr. Lynne Merk's suggestions to get started.
By: Lynne Merk, PhD | 0
Childhood Obesity
Tips for Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle as a Family
21
Nov 2022
Tips for Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle as a Family
Living a healthy lifestyle is often easier said than done. These tips for the whole family can help you get started.
By: Kristin Stackpole, MD | 1
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