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Your Child's Habits for Parents
Nail biting, hair twirling, thumb sucking, and nose picking - these childhood habits are common. Here's how to deal with them.
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Halo-Gravity Traction for Parents
Halo-gravity traction is a way to pull the head and spine upward. Doctors use it to treat curvature of the spine and to prepare kids for spinal fusion surgery.
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Smart Toys for Every Age for Parents
An age-wise guide on play and the toys that encourage learning, promote motor skill development, and spark imagination.
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Staying Safe Around Animals for Kids
Do you love animals? Lots of kids do. Find out how to stay safe around them in this article for kids.
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Do You Know How to Be Street Smart? for Kids
Strangers are people you don't know, so you need to be careful. Read this article for kids to learn how to stay safe.
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Scoliosis: Bracing for Parents
Some kids with scoliosis wear a brace to help stop their curve from getting worse as they grow. Find out more about the different types of scoliosis braces.
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Why Do Eyes Water? for Kids
What does it mean when your eyes water? It's not the same as crying - or is it?
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Backpack Safety for Parents
As practical as they are, backpacks can strain muscles and joints and may cause back pain if they're too heavy or are used incorrectly. Here's how to help kids find the right backpack.
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Depression in Teens: How Parents Can Help for Parents
All teens feel sad or moody at times. But when a sad or bad mood lasts for weeks or longer, and when there are other changes in how a teen acts, it could be a sign of depression. Find out what to do.
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Surgeries and Procedures: Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube) for Parents
Some kids have medical problems that prevent them from being able to take adequate nutrition by mouth. A gastrostomy tube (also called a G-tube) is a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach. Read this article to find out more about the gastrostomy procedure.