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  • 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.

  • Fibular Hemimelia for Parents


    Babies who have fibular hemimelia are born with a short or missing fibula. Experts who treat bone problems have several options to help kids with a hemimelia.

  • Making Friends: Answers for Teens With Autism for Teens


    You might want to make new friends, but aren’t sure how to do it. This article for teens with autism can help.

  • Food Allergies for Kids


    Struggling with strawberries? Petrified of peanuts? Sorry you ate shellfish? Maybe you have a food allergy. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • Tourette Syndrome for Parents


    Tourette syndrome is a condition that causes uncontrolled sudden, repetitive muscle movements and sounds known as tics.

  • Birth Defects for Parents


    Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems. Others can be serious and require lifelong treatment.

  • Down Syndrome for Parents


    In Down syndrome, an extra chromosome causes delays in the way a child develops, mentally and physically. But many resources are available to help kids who have it and their families.

  • 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.

  • How to Talk With Friends When You Have Autism for Kids


    Knowing what to say is easy for some kids, but if you have autism, you might need a little help. Learn how to start a conversation, keep it going, and more.

  • How to Make Friends When You Have Autism for Kids


    If you’re a kid with autism and aren’t sure how to make new friends, this article can help.