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When to seek care for cold, flu and RSV
If you are dealing with coughs, fevers or congestion, know when to seek medical care and when symptoms can be managed at home.
Unexpected vacation ending leads to rare tumor discovery
After a family vacation, Izzy Iverson started having significant pain. Her family soon learned she would need surgery to remove a rare tumor in her chest called a teratoma.
How to help your child reach a healthy weight
New findings show that "baby fat" doesn't routinely melt away as children grow. Now's the time to help a child struggling with obesity reach a healthy weight. These tips can help you on this journey.
Is your child getting enough sleep?
Summertime can significantly change children's sleep habits. As your family prepares for a new school year, consider sleep routines and if your children are getting enough sleep.
What you should know about RSV and the RSV vaccine
Upper respiratory infections are common at this time of year. Be prepared for seasonal cases of RSV by learning about the vaccines, how to manage symptoms at home and when to seek care.
5 tips for managing ADHD in children
ADHD affects millions of children. Learn about the three subtypes of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, treatment options and five behavioral strategies to help your child be successful.
Back-to-school essentials: Parent's guide for a healthy start to the school year
Is your child ready for the new school year? Before packing your child's backpack with new school supplies, prepare them for a successful school year with these back-to-school basics.
Practical ways to raise confident kids
Confident children believe in themselves and can face new challenges without fear. Learn why these are essential for a happy life and how parents can communicate self-worth using these five messages.
5 ways slimming screen time is good for your health
How much time do you and your family members spend using screens? Reducing screen time allows you to be present in the moment. Learn about the many benefits of cutting down on screen time.
Bone-anchored implants: Treating your child's hearing loss
Hearing loss in children can have a profound impact on their speech, social and emotional development. Learn about one technique for helping children hear.
Melatonin use in children: Is a sleep aid supplement safe?
Getting children to fall asleep can seem like an elusive goal when they are young. Here's what you need to know about melatonin use in children and how to improve sleep hygiene without a sleep aid.
8 common questions new parents ask about vitamin K
An injection of vitamin K is a preventive measure that's recommended for newborns. Get answers to common questions new parents have about why vitamin K is needed and what can happen without it.