Anti-vaccination controversies have been prominent in the media in recent years. Now more than ever is a good time to review the importance of childhood immunizations and make sure your children are up-to-date. Why are...
Children may get nervous from time to time, just as adults do. A trip to the doctor’s office or the first day at a new school may cause a child to worry, and that is perfectly natural. For some children, though, what seems...
What is RSV? RSV stands for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, which is a virus that causes respiratory illness in individuals of all ages. If the illness is in the upper respiratory tract, it usually results in the common cold...
Did you know that 79 percent of American students carry school backpacks, and 55 percent of those backpacks are too heavy? Those heavy backpacks can cause low back pain that can last through adulthood! Help your child take...
Parenting during the adolescent years often comes with frustration and angst for both parents and teens. Parents can...
A – Should all women breastfeed? Health care providers agree that breastfeeding is one of the healthiest choices a...
Many of us have experienced an emotional concern that causes a physical issue. For instance, stress might cause a...
It may surprise you to know that there are about 300,000 children in the United States living with juvenile arthritis, a...
En todo el país, los problemas de salud mental de adolescentes y jóvenes son cada vez más urgentes. Muchas familias...
Summer is finally here. As the weather warms, many of us head to pools, beaches or boats to cool off. It’s a great way...
Parents, caregivers and teachers serve as role models for children. This is especially true when it comes to managing...
Ear infections and ear fluid are the most common illnesses in childhood other than colds . If your child has ever had an...
Do you like the feeling of someone giving you a big, tight hug or being wrapped up tightly with blankets at night? If so...
We know kids should read. What about listening? The benefits of reading to children are well established. When we read...
