Category: Children’s Health

mom wearing headscarf takes selfie with her two kids

November 5, 2025

5 Tips for Parents Who Have Cancer

Staying open and honest with your children is important.

Cancer, Caregivers, Families, Kids and Mental Health

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An adult woman talks with a young girl in a living room, showing attention and empathy as they share a serious but caring conversation.

October 31, 2025

How to Talk About Consent with Your Kids

The earlier you can start the discussion, the better.

Adolescents, Children's Health, Sexual Health

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ChatGPT said: An adult man and a young boy build a colorful block tower together on the floor, enjoying a moment of play and learning at home.

October 15, 2025

What We Know—and Don’t—About the Causes of Autism

Genetics may play the biggest role.

Autism, Children's Health, Neurology

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ChatGPT said: A family shares a moment at the table as the parents listen to and support their young child while they draw.

October 2, 2025

5 Tips for Supporting Your Child Through a Big Change

Change is stressful for everyone, but it helps build resilience.

Families, Kids and Mental Health

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teenaged female athlete rests next to a balance beam

September 25, 2025

What Is the Female Athlete Triad?

Not getting enough nutrients can affect your game and so much more.

Adolescents, Sports Medicine

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Mom and pre-teen daughter sit on porch, talking

September 10, 2025

A Parent’s Guide to Puberty

These tips will help you support your child during this transition.

Adolescents, Children's Health

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A smiling nurse measures a young girl’s height during a medical checkup.

August 15, 2025

What Parents Should Know About Growth Charts

Steady growth is more important than a certain number.

Children's Health, Pediatric Medicine

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A woman is having a close and attentive conversation with a teenager, sitting on a couch in a cozy setting by a window.

August 12, 2025

6 Tips for Talking with Your Teen About Risky Behaviors

Keep the lines of communication open—and try to stay calm.

Adolescents, Education, Families

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Provider, with back to camera, holds stethoscope up to young adolescent boy's chest to listen to his heart.

July 3, 2025

4 Reasons to Schedule a Summer Well Visit for Your Child

Checking in with their doctor is valuable whether your child plays sports or not.

Children's Health, Kids and Mental Health, School-Age Children

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A young child is sitting on the floor, staring off into the distance while playing alone with colorful building blocks in a neatly organized children's room.

June 13, 2025

Next Steps After Your Toddler Is Diagnosed with Autism

Help is available for navigating your options.

Autism, Toddlers and Preschoolers, UNC Children's

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UNC patient Emma with her mom

May 8, 2025

Beyond Mom’s Wildest Dreams: 6-Year-Old with Spina Bifida is Thriving

Kindergartner benefited from fetal surgery shortly after diagnosis.

Babies, Children's Health, Maternal Health, Patient Stories, UNC Children's

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UNC Health Sleep Training

May 2, 2025

6 Questions to Ask About Sleep Training

A UNC Health pediatrician explains how to find what’s right for your family.

Babies, Kids and Mental Health, Pediatric Medicine

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