Parents

Search results

You searched for: caregivers

Adenovirus for Parents

Adenoviruses can infect the lining of the eyes, airways and lungs, intestines, urinary tract, and nervous system. They're common causes of fever, coughs, sore throats, diarrhea, and pinkeye.
Making Fingersticks and Insulin Shots Easier for Kids With Diabetes for Parents

Blood tests and insulin injections can be a challenge for kids with diabetes and their parents. Here are some tips for coping with these.
Lead Poisoning for Parents

Long-term exposure to lead can cause serious health problems, particularly in young kids, so it's important to find out whether your child might be at risk for lead exposure.
Kids and Media Use: How to Build Healthy Habits for Parents

TV, interactive video games, and the Internet can be excellent sources of education and entertainment, but too much plugged-in time can have unhealthy side effects.
Bringing Your Premature Baby Home for Parents

If you're about to begin caring for your preemie at home, try to relax. With some preparation and planning, you'll be ready.
Parenting Multiples for Parents

Parents of twins (or more!) can feel as if they've left the hospital and arrived home on a different planet. Here's how to cope.
Bonding With Your Baby for Parents

Bonding, the intense attachment that develops between you and your baby, is completely natural. And it's probably one of the most pleasurable aspects of infant care.
Failure to Thrive for Parents

Most kids grow well but some have ”failure to thrive.” This means they don't gain weight as expected and may not grow as tall as they should.
Cerebral Palsy (CP) (Topic Center) for Parents

Learn all about cerebral palsy (CP), a problem that affects muscle tone, movement, and coordination. Help your child or teen manage the condition, and find the help and services that kids with CP are entitled to.
Back to School for Parents

Kids often have a tough time making the back-to-school transition. Here's how to help them.

A KidsHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.