[Skip to Content]

Find care at Nemours Children's Health Doctors Locations

Featured Topics For Parents

Sitio para padres
Parents Home
General Health
Growth & Development
Infections
Diseases & Conditions
Pregnancy & Baby
Nutrition & Fitness
Emotions & Behavior
School & Family Life
First Aid & Safety
Doctors & Hospitals
Videos
Expert Answers (Q&A)
All Categories
All Wellness Centers

Helping Kids When They Worry When kids worry, parents can provide calm support. Here’s how

Parents Home
Sitio para padres
All Categories
All Wellness Centers

Featured Topics For Kids

Sitio para niños
Kids Home
How the Body Works
Puberty & Growing Up
Staying Healthy
Staying Safe
Dictionary
Health Problems
Illnesses & Injuries
Relax & Unwind
People, Places & Things That Help
Feelings
Expert Answers (Q&A)
Videos
All Categories
All Wellness Centers

How Can I Handle Stress? There are ways to help yourself through stressful moments. Find out how

Kids Home
Sitio para niños
All Categories
All Wellness Centers

Featured Topics For Teens

Sitio para adolescentes
Teens Home
Body
Mind
Sexual Health
Food & Fitness
Diseases & Conditions
Infections
Drugs & Alcohol
School & Jobs
Sports
Expert Answers (Q&A)
Staying Safe
Videos
All Categories
All Wellness Centers

Getting Help for Depression If you feel depressed or alone, talking to a parent is a good place to start. Tips for talking

Teens Home
Sitio para adolescentes
All Categories
All Wellness Centers

Search KidsHealth library

Metabolism & Growth

en español: Metabolismo y crecimiento

See answers to some common questions about growth and development.

About Us
Contact Us
Partners
Editorial Policy
Permissions Guidelines
Privacy Policy & Terms of Use
Notice of Nondiscrimination

Note: All information on Nemours® KidsHealth® is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

Images sourced by The Nemours Foundation and Getty Images.