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Splash Pad Safety: What Parents Need to Know

Splash Pad Safety: What Parents Need to Know

Splash pads are a fun way to cool off on a hot day. Read these splash pad safety precautions so your family can enjoy splash pads safely.

By: Dawne Gardner | 0

7 FAQS About Sinus Infections (Sinusitis) In Kids

7 FAQS About Sinus Infections (Sinusitis) In Kids

Can kids go to school with sinus infections? Does all sinusitis require antibiotics? Read answers to FAQs about sinus infections in kids.

By: John Greinwald, Jr., MD | 0

Child Development and Behavior

Teens and Drug and Alcohol Use: Tips to Help Prevent It

Teens and Drug and Alcohol Use: Tips to Help Prevent It

Teens may turn to drug and/or alcohol as a way to cope with stress or to fit in. Read tips on how to help prevent drug and alcohol use.

By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 1

Kidney Stones: Not Just An Adult Problem

Kidney Stones: Not Just An Adult Problem

Did you know that kids can get kidney stones too? Learn why kids develop them and how to prevent them.

By: Dr. Prasad Devarajan | 5

Food Allergy vs. Intolerance: What’s the Difference?

Food Allergy vs. Intolerance: What’s the Difference?

Food allergy and intolerance are often used interchangeably, but are actually quite different. Learn the difference and how to handle them.

By: Dr. Amal Assa’ad | 4

Child Development and Behavior

What to Expect at Your Child’s First Mental Health Appointment

What to Expect at Your Child’s First Mental Health Appointment

It’s natural to have questions about your child’s first appointment with a mental health provider. Learn what to expect.

By: Sarah Hebbeler, LISW-S | 0

How Screen Time Affects Kids’ Eyesight and What To Do About It

How Screen Time Affects Kids’ Eyesight and What To Do About It

Too much screen time can cause dry eye and eye fatigue in kids. Learn why this happens and what parents can do about it.

By: Kelsey Mach, OD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

Handy Checklist: Tips for Dining Out with Celiac Disease

Handy Checklist: Tips for Dining Out with Celiac Disease

Parents of children with celiac disease may find dining out to be a stressful experience. Read one of our dietitian's tips for making it work.

By: Abi Lepolt, RD, CSP, LD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

6 Myths About Kids and Strength Training

6 Myths About Kids and Strength Training

Many young athletes look to gain a competitive edge with strength training and parents often wonder if it's safe. Learn the myths and benefits

By: Grant Poston, DPT | 0

Preventing Kidney Stones: 4 Ways to Get Kids to Drink More Water

Preventing Kidney Stones: 4 Ways to Get Kids to Drink More Water

Drinking water can help prevent kidney stones, which has greatly increased in kids in the last 20 years. Read 4 tips to help them drink more.

By: Eugene Minevich, MD | 4

Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine

Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine

More teens are using caffeine as a way to focus or stay awake. However, it is a drug and has side effects. Read why they should limit or quit caffeine use.

By: Shan Yin, MD | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

Your Child Wants to Eat Vegetarian. Now What?

Your Child Wants to Eat Vegetarian. Now What?

Does someone in your house want to try a plant-based diet? Read these helpful tips for supporting a child who'd like to eat vegetarian.

By: Tamara Rhodes, RD, LD | 0

The Latest CGMs Provide More Freedom for Kids with Diabetes

The Latest CGMs Provide More Freedom for Kids with Diabetes

The pace of change in technology available for managing diabetes is fast and getting faster. Learn about the CGMs that are on the market now.

By: Nicole M. Sheanon, MD, MS | 1

Constipation in Kids: Tips for Quick Relief

Constipation in Kids: Tips for Quick Relief

Constipation is a common childhood problem, and can be both uncomfortable and painful. Try these strategies at home for quick relief.

By: Randi Wittenberg, RN | 5

Clearing Up Eating Disorder Misconceptions

Clearing Up Eating Disorder Misconceptions

There are many misconceptions about eating disorders. One of our dietitians shares several of them and the truth behind each.

By: Abigail Matthews, PhD | 2

Child Development and Behavior

How Important Are Baby Teeth?

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 | 0

Fitness and Nutrition

5 Tips to Make A Gluten-Free Diet More Manageable

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

Child Development and Behavior

5 Must-Know Points About Infantile Torticollis

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.

By: Amy Mischnick, PT | 1

6 Points to Remember about Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Kids

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

Febrile Seizures: Why They Happen and What to Do

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

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

8 Steps to Help Kids Make New Year’s Resolutions

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

Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids: Tips for Parents

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

Caring for the Caregivers of Children with Congenital Heart Disease

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

How to Help Kids Avoid Frostnip and Frostbite

How to Help Kids Avoid Frostnip and Frostbite

Before kids head out in the cold & snowy weather, learn how to prevent and spot frostnip/bite and what to do if you notice the warning signs.

By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0

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