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  • A to Z Symptom: Cough for Parents


    Coughing is a symptom, not a disease, and sometimes can help clear the airway.

  • First Aid: Poisoning for Parents


    Most childhood poisonings happen in the home. They usually can be treated at home with advice from the poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.

  • COVID-19: Home Care & Precautions for Parents


    Anyone who is sick — even if they don't know for sure they have coronavirus (COVID-19) — should stay home unless they need medical care. This helps prevent the illness from spreading to others.

  • Welcome Home Yoga (Video) for Teens


    Unwind after a long day at school with this yoga routine for teens.

  • When It's Just You After School for Kids


    Are you home alone after school? If so, find out how to stay safe and keep busy until mom or dad comes home.

  • Childproofing and Preventing Household Accidents for Parents


    You might think of babies and toddlers when you hear the words "babyproofing" or "childproofing," but unintentional injury is the leading cause of death in kids 14 and under.

  • Back to School for Parents


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

  • Palliative Care for Parents


    Palliative care provides physical, emotional, and spiritual support to sick children and their families.

  • Head Lice for Parents


    Lice aren't dangerous and they don't spread disease, but they are contagious, annoying, and sometimes hard to get rid of. Learn more about this common childhood problem and how to get rid of those pesky little bugs.

  • A to Z Symptom: Diarrhea for Parents


    Diarrhea (loose, watery, or more frequent stools) can be a symptom of many conditions, including common infections. Most cases go away in a few days with proper home care.