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Myths of Bedwetting and Helping Kids Cope Emotionally

Myths of Bedwetting and Helping Kids Cope Emotionally

Bedwetting is a common and frustrating condition for about 5-10% of children ages 5-7. Here are 4 myths about bedwetting parents should understand and ways to help your child cope emotionally.

By: Denise Ferguson, MSN, APRN, CPNP | 1

14 Reasons to Call Your Newborn’s Doctor

14 Reasons to Call Your Newborn’s Doctor

Bringing home a newborn is exciting, exhausting and a little overwhelming! Save this list of symptoms that necessitate a call to your baby's doctor.

By: Dr. Amy Guiot | 2

Child Development and Behavior

5 Bigger-Picture Suggestions To Help Build Kids’ Self-Confidence

5 Bigger-Picture Suggestions To Help Build Kids’ Self-Confidence

Kids with a healthy self-confidence typically grow into self-confident adults! Read five bigger-picture suggestions to help them achieve this important trait.

By: Beverly H. Smolyansky, PhD | 0

4 Practical Tips to Help Avoid Gestational Diabetes

4 Practical Tips to Help Avoid Gestational Diabetes

Making healthy lifestyle choices can help pregnant women avoid gestational diabetes. Read some practical tips to help prevent the condition:

By: Amanda Riley, RD | 3

A Review of Medication Manager Apps

A Review of Medication Manager Apps

It is important for kids to take their meds as prescribed in order to control symptoms. Our researchers reviewed some medication manager apps to help:

By: Rachelle Ramsey, PhD | 1

Help Us Stand Up Together for Kids

Help Us Stand Up Together for Kids

The Graham-Cassidy Bill could threaten childrens' medical coverage. Call your Senators today to oppose this bill. Stand up for healthcare for kids.

By: Michael Fisher | 0

Child Development and Behavior

9 Steps to Help Kids Manage Their Anger

9 Steps to Help Kids Manage Their Anger

There is no quick fix for helping kids to manage their anger. But there are some strategies we can employ to help them regulate it better. Read 9 steps:

By: Beverly H. Smolyansky, PhD | 1

Child Development and Behavior

Early Childhood Language Development: What’s “Normal?”

Early Childhood Language Development: What’s “Normal?”

One of the most frequent questions our speech-language pathologists receive is, "Is my child's language development normal?" Review these milestones by age:

By: Ann Kummer, PhD, CCC-SLP | 0

Childhood Obesity

4 Healthy Habits of Kids Who Eat Their Fruits and Veggies

4 Healthy Habits of Kids Who Eat Their Fruits and Veggies

A pediatrician noticed that the parents who have been successful at getting their kids to eat fruits and veggies have these four healthy habits in common:

By: Jill Klein, MD | 0

Help Understanding Difficult-To-Treat Asthma

Help Understanding Difficult-To-Treat Asthma

Some kids may have difficult-to-treat asthma, despite doing the right things, like taking medicines and reducing exposures to triggers. Read 5 reasons why.

By: Theresa Guilbert, MD | 0

Child Development and Behavior

Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: What Parents Need to Know

Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: What Parents Need to Know

About 60% of female athletes have irregular or missed periods. This can be problematic, and may lead to functional hypothalamic amenorrhea.

By: Catherine Gordon, MD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

Home-Prepared and Store-Bought On-The-Go Snack Ideas

Home-Prepared and Store-Bought On-The-Go Snack Ideas

With a little planning, on-the-go snacks can be healthy! Check out a few ideas to keep your kids fueled during their after-school activities!

By: Amy Reed, MS, RD, CSP, LD | 0

Child Development and Behavior

Six Highlights of Child Life & Integrative Care

Six Highlights of Child Life & Integrative Care

In honor of Child Life Month, Cincinnati Children's is highlight just a few of the many amazing things our Child Life & Integrative Care staff do every day.

By: Blog Editorial Team | 2

Child Development and Behavior

Stuttering In Young Kids: When To Be Concerned

Stuttering In Young Kids: When To Be Concerned

It is difficult to distinguish between stuttering and kids passing through a disfluency. Learn more about the differences and when you should seek help.

By: Katrina Zeit Purcell, MHA, MA, CCC-SLP | 54

6 Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay in Kids

6 Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay in Kids

Tooth decay in kids is one of the most common infectious childhood diseases. A dentist explains six tips to prevent tooth decay (cavities) in kids.

By: Sarat Thikkurissy, DDS | 15

Child Development and Behavior

7 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teens Manage Stress

7 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teens Manage Stress

Today's teens are just as stressed as their parents. Read seven ways parents can help them manage their own stress better.

By: Lynne Merk, PhD | 4

Fitness and Nutrition

Tips to Make Kid-Friendly Recipes Healthier

Tips to Make Kid-Friendly Recipes Healthier

Kids can still eat their favorite foods like pizza even if you're trying to eat better! Read how with 5 tips to make your kid-favorite recipes healthier.

By: Barbara Lattin MS, RD, LD | 0

Migraines in Kids: How Can We Best Prevent Them?

Migraines in Kids: How Can We Best Prevent Them?

A surprising new study shows that commonly prescribed preventive medications for migraines in kids were just as effective as a placebo.

By: Scott Powers, PhD | 7

Teething Tablets: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Teething Tablets: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

The past few weeks have been confusing for parents of teething toddlers. Your questions about teething tablets answered here.

By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1

Child Development and Behavior

Preschool: A Child’s First Step to Health and Success

Preschool: A Child’s First Step to Health and Success

Children in some neighborhoods in Cincinnati can expect to live 20 years less than peers in other neighborhoods. Preschool can change that.

By: Kristen Copeland, MD | 0

Childhood Obesity

8 Healthy Halloween Food Ideas

8 Healthy Halloween Food Ideas

One of our dietitians shares eight kid-friendly and healthy Halloween food ideas for this year's celebration.

By: Shelly Frank, RD, LD | 1

Minor Illnesses: When Should I Keep My Child Home From School?

Minor Illnesses: When Should I Keep My Child Home From School?

As parents, there are gray areas when deciding to keep a child home due to minor illness. Find out when it's necessary.

By: Dr. Amy Guiot | 1

Fitness and Nutrition

5 Tips for Packing a Well-Rounded Nut-Free Lunch

5 Tips for Packing a Well-Rounded Nut-Free Lunch

Helpful tips for packing a well-rounded and nut-free lunch, from one of our dietitians.

By: Alison Cassin, MS, RD, LD | 0

Child Development and Behavior

Transgender Youth and Suicide: A Call for Education and Understanding

Transgender Youth and Suicide: A Call for Education and Understanding

A recent study shows transgender youth are at high risk for suicide. Learn why more awareness, education and understanding are needed.

By: Claire Peterson, PhD | 0

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