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• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) for Teens

  
  

  Gastroesophageal reflux disease doesn't just affect old people who eat too much while watching TV. Active, healthy teens can have GERD too.

• Word! GERD for Kids

  
  

  GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is when the stomach's contents flow back up into the esophagus

• Gastroesophageal Reflux for Parents

  
  

  When symptoms of heartburn or acid indigestion happen a lot, it could be gastroesophageal reflux (GER). And it can be a problem for kids - even newborns.

• Burping Your Baby for Parents

  
  

  Here's a quick guide to an important part of feeding a baby - burping.

• Word! G for Kids

  
  

  Check out the health and medical words that start with G.

• Sleep Problems in Teens for Parents

  
  

  Does your teen have trouble falling asleep at night? Is he or she sleepy during the day? Find out if it's just a normal part of adolescence, or if something else is to blame.

• Chronic Hoarseness for Parents

  
  

  Misuse of the vocal cords — caused by such things as repetitive screaming, yelling, or using the voice in an unnatural way — can lead to chronic hoarseness. Learn how to get the voice back into perfect pitch.

• Digestive System for Parents

  
  

  The digestive process starts even before the first bite of food. Find out more about the digestive system and how our bodies break down and absorb the food we eat.

• Formula Feeding FAQs: Some Common Concerns for Parents

  
  

  Read about how to manage common formula-feeding concerns, from spitting up and fussiness to gas and milk allergies.

• Abusive Head Trauma (Shaken Baby Syndrome) for Parents

  
  

  Abusive head trauma (AHT) is the leading cause of death in child abuse cases in the United States. AHT results from injuries caused by someone vigorously shaking an infant.