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• Lactose Intolerance for Kids

  
  

  Kids with lactose intolerance have trouble digesting a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy foods. But by making smart choices, they can eat delicious foods without feeling sick.

• Tattoos for Teens

  
  

  What's the safest way to get a tattoo? Does it hurt? What can go wrong? Knowing the facts will help you decide whether a tattoo is a good idea for you.

• Ewing Sarcoma for Parents

  
  

  This type of cancer mainly develops in the arms, legs, ribs, spinal column, and pelvis. Early diagnosis and treatment mean most kids have a good chance of recovery.

• When Being Overweight Is a Health Problem for Teens

  
  

  A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But when people are severely overweight, it can cause health problems.

• Going to the Emergency Room for Parents

  
  

  Knowing what to expect when you need to take your child to the emergency room can help make it a little less stressful.

• Toddlers at the Table: Avoiding Power Struggles for Parents

  
  

  By offering choices, you can teach your toddler healthy eating habits and avoid power struggles about food.

• Going to the Doctor for Kids

  
  

  When you go to the doctor for a checkup, it's because your parents and your doctor want to see that you're growing just the way you should. Read all about what happens at the doctor's office.

• Peer Pressure for Teens

  
  

  Responding to peer pressure is part of human nature — but some people are more likely to give in, and others are better able to resist and stand their ground. Find out how to make the right choices for you.

• 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?

• Storytelling for Parents

  
  

  Here are some tips for on-the-spot storytelling when you hear your child plead, "I'm bored! Please tell me a story."