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Story Time for Preschoolers for Parents
Reading aloud to your preschooler is a great way to encourage learning development and to help prepare your child for independent reading down the line.
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Cuts, Scratches, and Scrapes for Teens
Most small cuts, scrapes, or abrasions heal on their own. Here are tips for teens on how to treat cuts at home - and when to get medical help.
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Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube) for Parents
Some kids have medical problems that prevent them from being able to take adequate nutrition by mouth. A gastrostomy tube (also called a G-tube) delivers nutrition directly to the stomach.
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Coping With Colds for Teens
Most teens get between two and four colds each year. Read this article for the facts on colds and ways to feel better when you catch one.
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Your Liver for Kids
Your liver cleans your blood and plays an important part in digestion. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Albinism for Teens
Humans, animals, and even plants can have albinism, a condition that gives people a kind of pale appearance. Find out more about albinism here.
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Rickets for Parents
Rickets is when bones become soft and weak, usually because a child doesn't get enough vitamin D. Most kids with rickets get better with treatment.
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Vaping: What You Need to Know for Teens
E-cigarettes (or “vape pens”) heat a liquid until it becomes a vapor that's inhaled. Vape juice can contain nicotine or marijuana distillate or oil. Here are the facts on vaping and its many health risks.
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When Your Teen Is Having a Baby for Parents
If your daughter is pregnant and planning to have the baby, many changes await your family. How can you support her through the challenges to come?
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What to Do About Dehydration for Parents
Kids can become dehydrated when their bodies lose very large amounts of fluids. It's important to replace fluids as quickly as possible. Here's how.