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Caregiver and child eating pizza together
June 3, 2024/Children's Health

Lasting Impact: The Long-Term Effects of Childhood Obesity

Early weight gain can lead to health issues like heart disease, diabetes and cancer

Child watching caregiver posting on phone and laptop
May 29, 2024/Parenting

Sharing Isn’t Always Caring: The Risks and Dangers of ‘Sharenting’

Posting intimate details of your child’s life on social media, like their birth date and school name, can have serious consequences

Child high-fiving parent as they play a game at a table
May 29, 2024/Children's Health

Debunking 8 Autism Myths and Misconceptions

For starters, autism spectrum disorder isn’t a disease

Mother, father and child meeting with doctor in medical office
May 24, 2024/Children's Health

Asperger’s vs. Autism: What’s the Difference?

Both terms have been replaced by autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Teen caged in their own mind
May 24, 2024/Children's Health

The Teen Mental Health Crisis: How To Help Your Child

American teens are facing unprecedented rates of depression and suicide, but you can be there to support and help them

Child in pjs sleeping in bed moving legs
May 22, 2024/Children's Health

How To Help Children With Restless Legs Syndrome

Regular exercise, an iron-rich diet, adequate sleep and bedtime routines that include a warm bath or massage may help with your kid’s RLS

Baby sleeping on their side
May 17, 2024/Children's Health

What To Know About Baby’s Fontanelles (aka Soft Spots)

A sunken soft spot may be a sign of dehydration, while a bulging soft spot may be a sign of head trauma

Teen lying on bed holding cell phone up reading it
May 9, 2024/Children's Health

Sexting: The Risks and How To Talk to Your Children About It

Sexting has become all too common among kids, putting them at risk for bullying, blackmailing and human trafficking

Happy toddler holding sippy cup
May 6, 2024/Children's Health

Baby Steps: Tips To Transition From Formula to Milk

Slowly introducing cow’s milk (or soy milk) can help your child make the change

Teen sitting in window well staring out the window
May 3, 2024/Mental Health

Signs Your Teen Is Self-Harming

Unexplained injuries, mood changes and sudden isolation may be signs your child needs help

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