Do’s and Don’ts: Promoting Healthy Body Image in Teens
Psychologists share what to do—and what to avoid—to help kids through a tricky time.
Adolescents, Eating Disorders, Kids and Mental Health
Category: Children’s Health
From a Pediatrician: How RSV Affects a Child’s Lungs
This respiratory infection makes it hard to breathe. See what you can do about it.
Children's Health, Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases, Toddlers and Preschoolers
Everything You Need to Know About Tonsils and Tonsillectomy
For some people, tonsils cause quality-of-life issues and should be removed.
Children's Health, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health, Surgery
How to Care For Your Child’s Cold
When your little one is coughing and congested, try these tips from a pediatrician.
Children's Health, Cold and Flu, Pediatric Medicine
3 Reasons Young Kids Should Not Specialize in One Sport
Doing so before adolescence comes with a greater risk of injury and burnout.
Children's Health, School-Age Children, Sports Medicine
Concussions FAQs: Symptoms, Treatment and Recovery
Everyone experiences these brain injuries differently, but general guidelines apply.
Children's Health, Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine
4 Things to Know Before Your Kid Starts Strength Training
Building strength can provide long-term health benefits. Here’s how to do it correctly.
Children's Health, Exercise, Fitness and Mobility
Ear Tube Surgery: A Doctor Answers Your Top Questions
This common procedure can relieve pain and improve hearing and speech in kids.
Children's Health, Ear Health, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health, Toddlers and Preschoolers
The Scary Truth About Energy Drinks and Teens
Eye-popping caffeine levels are particularly bad for children and adolescents.
Adolescents, Children's Health, School-Age Children
Back-to-School Anxiety: Tips for Kids and Parents
Helping your child prepare for the “unknowns” can help both of you feel more comfortable.
Anxiety, Mental Health, School-Age Children
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
Do These 5 Things to Keep Kids Safe Around Water
Active adult supervision is critical to avoiding trouble.
Children's Health, Safety