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Do Pre-Teens and Teens Need More Calcium?

Do Pre-Teens and Teens Need More Calcium?

The majority of teens aren't getting enough calcium, and they have the highest need of any age group. Read why and how they can get it.

By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0

How to Choose an Alternative Milk for Kids

How to Choose an Alternative Milk for Kids

Cow’s milk provides nutrients that kids need to grow, but not all of them can drink it. Read considerations for choosing an alternative milk.

By: Meghan McNeill, MS, RD, LD | 1

Fitness and Nutrition

5 Common Questions About Autism and Nutrition Deficiency

5 Common Questions About Autism and Nutrition Deficiency

It’s common for children with autism to have feeding challenges. Find answers to frequently asked questions and strategies to try at home.

By: Allison Ta, MD | 1

Child Development and Behavior

How to Determine if Thumb-Sucking is a Problem

How to Determine if Thumb-Sucking is a Problem

85-90% of kids suck their thumb or fingers at one point in their lives. A pediatric dentist explains when the habit becomes problematic.

By: Sarat Thikkurissy, DDS | 3

Child Development and Behavior

Help Managing Teenage Mood Swings

Help Managing Teenage Mood Swings

Parents of moody teenagers: read this post from one of our psychologists. She breaks down what's going on in their brains and how to help.

By: Alex Nyquist, PhD | 0

Child Development and Behavior

Tips for Managing Reflux in Infants and Older Kids

Tips for Managing Reflux in Infants and Older Kids

Gastroesophageal reflux can be experienced by infants, older kids and teens. Learn how to manage GER in children and when your child might be referred to a specialist.

By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0

Tips for Teaching Kids How to Swallow Pills

Tips for Teaching Kids How to Swallow Pills

Some kids have a hard time swallowing pills. The good news is that it can be taught, just like any other skill! Read our tried-and-true tips

By: Avani Modi, PhD | 1

Asthma & Respiratory Illnesses: 5 Things to Know

Asthma & Respiratory Illnesses: 5 Things to Know

Each season has respiratory illnesses that can be problematic for kids -- especially for those with asthma. Learn how to manage them.

By: Michael Sherenian, MD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

7 Exercise Ideas to Keep Kids Active This Winter

7 Exercise Ideas to Keep Kids Active This Winter

Kids ages 6-17 should get 60 minutes or more of vigorous physical activity each day. Here are 7 ways to keep them active during the colder months.

By: Christopher Kist, MS, CEP | 5

Child Development and Behavior

8 Ways Parents Can Teach Kindness to Kids

8 Ways Parents Can Teach Kindness to Kids

Kids can understand kindness at a very young age. And it can be taught to those who struggle with it, just like any other skill!

By: Lynne Merk, PhD | 0

Gifts for Kids That Promote Health and Wellness

Gifts for Kids That Promote Health and Wellness

Doing some holiday shopping? This list is full of gift ideas that encourage healthy living, get kids moving, and promote wellness.

By: Megan Randolph | 0

Why Your Child Most Likely Does Not Have A Penicillin Allergy

Why Your Child Most Likely Does Not Have A Penicillin Allergy

More than 95% of kids with a penicillin allergy on their medical charts are found not to be allergic after going through allergy testing.

By: Andrew Winslow, MD | 0

Grief and the Holidays: 8 Tips to Help You Survive and Thrive

Grief and the Holidays: 8 Tips to Help You Survive and Thrive

The holiday season can be challenging when we are mourning. Here are eight proven tools for surviving and thriving this year.

By: Bryan E. Wright, MS, CT | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

Helping Kids with Diabetes Navigate the Holidays

Helping Kids with Diabetes Navigate the Holidays

For kids with diabetes, the holidays can be challenging with so many of them centered around carb-rich foods. Read tips to navigate them.

By: Amy Poetker, RD | 0

Antibiotics Are Not Always the Answer

Antibiotics Are Not Always the Answer

It is important to understand the differences between viruses and bacterial infections in order to avoid using antibiotics inappropriately. Learn how to determine when antibiotics are needed.

By: David B. Haslam, MD | 1

Top Tips for Successful Telehealth Visits

Top Tips for Successful Telehealth Visits

Telehealth appointments offer convenience for parents and kids alike. Before you hop into a video visit, here are tips to make your telehealth visit go smoothly.

By: Ken Tegtmeyer, MD | 1

Child Development and Behavior

6 Tips to Help Kids Who Are Afraid of the Dark

6 Tips to Help Kids Who Are Afraid of the Dark

When children are afraid of the dark, it can be distressing for them and exhausting for you. One of our child psychologists offers tips to help.

By: Monica Whitehead, PhD | 0

How You Can Use Music to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health

How You Can Use Music to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health

As a music therapist at Cincinnati Children’s, I’d like to offer the following ideas for how parents can use music to positively impact your child’s mental health.

By: Jenn Seley, MA, MT-BC, CCLS | 1

Fall Allergy Flare? Tips to Manage Seasonal Symptoms

Fall Allergy Flare? Tips to Manage Seasonal Symptoms

Manage kids' fall allergies with antihistamines, nasal sprays, and tips like air filters, closed windows, and frequent bedding washes.

By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 1

Child Development and Behavior

Tips for Helping Kids with Autism Enjoy Halloween

Tips for Helping Kids with Autism Enjoy Halloween

Halloween can be tricky for kids who are young, easily startled and/or neurodivergent. Read 4 tips to help them prepare and enjoy it.

By: Meg Stone-Heaberlin, PsyD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

3 Factors That Put Teens At Higher Risk for Running Injuries

3 Factors That Put Teens At Higher Risk for Running Injuries

There are some factors that put teens at higher risk for running injuries than adults. Learn what they are and what to do when they happen.

By: Jeffery Taylor-Haas | 0

What Parents Need to Know About COVID, Flu and RSV in Fall ‘23

What Parents Need to Know About COVID, Flu and RSV in Fall ‘23

With viral illnesses starting to circulate and updated vaccinations available, there's a lot for parents to know. Read answers to FAQs.

By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 2

7 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teens Manage Stress

7 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teens Manage Stress

A clinical psychologist offers techniques for parents to help teens manage the stress in their busy lives.

By: Lynne Merk, PhD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

Back-to-School Nutrition Tips

Back-to-School Nutrition Tips

Getting good carbohydrates and a source of protein in your child before school can be a key to their success in the classroom.

By: Mary Pat Turon-Findley | 3

How to Help Your Feverish Child Feel Better

How to Help Your Feverish Child Feel Better

When your child has a fever, it can really make them feel bad. Here are some tips to help your child feel better again.

By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0

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