Fighting Childhood Obesity during COVID-19
Researchers have found that childhood obesity has increased with stay at home orders. Here’s how to keep your family healthy.
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Children Giving Leads to Happiness
Parents don’t want their children to be selfish. It turns out that sharing can lead to even greater benefits.
Why the First Day of School Is So Hard for Parents
Children going back to school can be scary and overwhelming for parents too. A psychologist explains the best strategies.
Rise in Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Cases
Hospitals are seeing a surge in young patients with RSV. What doctors say parents can do now.
Growing Pains in Children
40% of children to experience growing pains, making it difficult to sleep. The good news is that symptoms can be treated.
How To Tell if It’s a Cold or COVID
As students are getting ready to go back to school, what symptoms should parents look for in detecting COVID-19.
Impact of Financial Stress on Language Development
A new study finds that financial stress can negatively impact children’s language development. Luckily, there are ways to help.
Postpartum Depression in New Dads
Many men struggle with mental health after becoming fathers, but stigma and societal norms keep them from getting help.
Protecting Kids’ Ears from Headphone-Related Hearing Loss
One in ten children have suffered from permanent hearing damage from loud noises. Experts weight in on how to protect your kids.
The Benefits of Social Learning for Children
Children learn differently as they get older. These researchers found the most effective way to communicate to teens.
2 Year Old Dies After Swallowing Button Battery
An increase in ER visits related to button batteries has led to this important warning. Swallowing these items can be fatal.
Sexting Among Kids Is Bigger Than Ever—and Often Illegal
The pandemic has driven increases in teenage sexting. What parents should know and what they can do about it.