Parenting
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Babysitting tips, and a free guide, for parents, caregiversJul 21, 2024 12:54 am - Finding a reliable babysitter you can trust is important. Giving them all the information they may need while you’re gone is equally important.
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Back-to-school tips for children with autism, anxiety disordersJul 24, 2024 9:20 am - As the school year nears, children with autism or anxiety disorders will benefit from a gradual shift to their new schedule. What else can parents do to ease the transition?
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How to fuel kids with the nutrition they need pre- and post-gameJul 21, 2024 8:34 am - Nutrition should be prioritized for young athletes on the go to support their game performance as well as their health and growth in general.
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BBB advisory: Navigating back-to-school deals amid scammers’ paradiseJul 12, 2024 10:18 am - Many consumers plan their back-to-school shopping around retail holidays, Prime Days and Labor Day sales. As a proactive measure, that’s a great plan, especially if your...
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When should a kid start riding a bike? If it’s a balance bike, you might be surprised how youngJul 11, 2024 3:02 pm - An increasing number of kids are learning to ride bikes younger and younger, and experts say that’s a good thing. The reason for the shift is a style of bike called a balance bike, on which kids glide and propel forward without the use of pedals.
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Six tips for starting the school year successfullyJul 11, 2024 4:17 am - The first day of school for your kindergartner, or a child going to a new school, is a big transition. A pediatrician offers advice on how to make your child's start of the school year successful.
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Ask the pediatrician: Food safety tips for your next outdoor family mealJul 07, 2024 8:46 am - It’s prime time for a cookout with friends or family, but make sure to handle the food properly so no one goes home with food poisoning.
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Kids spend a lot of time outside in the summer. Here’s how to deal with their common injuries
Jul 07, 2024 8:45 am - Summer is a fun time for kids to have fun playing outside, but parents should stay vigilant to keep their child safe in the heat, around water, at the playground and when riding bikes.
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How to protect your kids from gaming disorderJun 30, 2024 8:47 am - Video games are not inherently bad for teens and kids to play but parents should be aware that excessive gaming can turn into a gaming disorder, where dopamine can affect the brain in a way that fuels addictive behavior.
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Most kids get antibiotics for pink eye, study shows. Experts say they’re usually not needed
Jun 28, 2024 12:14 am - Doctors are prescribing antibiotics to most kids and teens who have pink eye, despite guidelines that discourage their use, researchers reported Thursday.
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