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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.

baby drinking bottle of formula milk - lessons from infant formula shortage

Lessons learned from the infant formula shortage

A pediatrician reflects on how we can better support parents and infants with more feeding options.

Updated Jan. 19, 2024
fitcopmom on Instagram: Mom Cop shares kid safety tips

Mom cop shares valuable kid safety tip and explains why it’s important for older kids to have a phone

If you’re on the fence about getting your kid a phone, you’re gonna want to watch this viral video.

Updated Jan. 19, 2024
retrospec helmet recall

72,000 Retrospec kids’ bike helmets recalled for head injury risk

These helmets could fail to protect your child’s head in the event of a crash.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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All eligible children should receive the RSV shot ‘as quickly as possible,’ CDC says

After a lengthy shortage, more immunizations are expected in the coming weeks.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
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Is it the flu, RSV, a cold, allergies or Covid?

It's like the least-fun guessing game ever.

Updated Sep. 18, 2024
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Does breastfeeding protect against RSV? Yes, studies show

Here's how long to breastfeed for to get the most protection. Plus, expert tips on feeding your baby with RSV.

Updated Jan. 04, 2024
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Becoming a sensory-aware parent: Understanding sensory processing disorder (SPD)

An expert defines sensory processing disorder (SPD) and how to be a more sensory-aware parent.

Updated Jan. 03, 2024
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State signs historic bill to protect children from silent threat

This legislation is a major win for parents and kids alike.

Updated Dec. 28, 2023
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Should moms carry Narcan?

Narcan is a life-saving tool that some have equated to knowing CPR, but it’s not a cure-all to the fentanyl crisis, experts say.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
mother and teen daughter driving in car music to shift mindset

Kids stuck in a funk? Try this 2-minute solution to shift their mindset

Here’s how music can help shift kids’ moods–at any age.

Updated Dec. 14, 2023
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Teen skin is different than adult skin

A dermatologist lays down the law: It's time to stop buying tweens and teens luxury skincare designed for adults.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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How to help your child heal from trauma: 3 steps to start

Like a car revving its engine for days or weeks, excessive activation of the “fight or flight” response leads to long-lasting wear and tear on a child’s developing body. But it is possible to protect kids from the negative effects of trauma or ongoing stress.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
mom standing with her two sons how to talk to kids about puberty

How to talk to kids about puberty, according to the authors of ‘This Is So Awkward’

Some research shows that puberty is starting earlier—which means we need to prep for those big convos sooner than later. Here’s what to know.

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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