Children’s Health
Protecting your child’s health means looking after their physical, mental and social well-being. Get the answers you need with our expert-backed resources.
Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes
Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.
Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long
Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention
How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range
If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.
A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need
Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.
Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids
What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?
Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care
Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play
Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about
Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.
Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans
Phone bans are spreading across U.S. schools in 2025–2026, reshaping student focus, social skills, and classroom habits
Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms
Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.
China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility
Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.
Baby’s 15-minute ER flight leads to $100K bill — and the loophole that puts families at risk
The ambulance billing loophole parents need to know about
Screens are changing our kids’ eyes health and cognition: What can parents do to help?
A recent Motherly social survey revealed that 82% of moms are worried…
Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know
Bunge North America has voluntarily recalled more than 64,000 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product contained an undeclared milk allergen
How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health
You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.
Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now
Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container
Little Remedies honey cough syrup recalled nationwide: What parents need to know
The recalled syrup, a go-to for many parents looking for natural relief for their child’s cough.
Nurse gets ready to draw blood—what this 5-year-old says through tears leaves viewers in awe
Reece’s courage shines brighter when you understand the journey behind it. At just three years old, he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
A mom’s brave decision helped save her baby’s life—and may change medicine for millions
“This is the first step towards the use of gene editing therapies to treat a wide variety of rare genetic disorders for which there are currently no definitive medical treatments.”
Tomato recall now classified as highest risk level—here’s what families need to know
The FDA has elevated part of a multi-state tomato recall to Class I, the most serious level.
The FDA is phasing out synthetic food dyes—here’s what it means for your family’s health
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced a prominent plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the nation’s food supply.