It may not seem important to think about your child’s first visit to the dentist when they are still cutting their first teeth, but that’s exactly when the American Dental Association says you should start to consider it. In fact, both The… read more
Allergies can feel especially frightening when you have a newborn at home. Many parents worry that their child might have an unknown allergy or could develop one as they grow — often leading some parents to introduce common allergens like… read more
“Mom! When are we getting a dog?” If just hearing that phrase makes your sinuses hurt, your eyes water and your throat swell, you are not alone. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, as much as… read more
Calcium deficiency in children is a growing trend worldwide, including in the United States. A study published in the journal Pediatrics showed that most children over 8 years old do not get a sufficient amount of calcium, which could increase… read more
In this fast-paced world that is pushing academic excellence at every turn, traditional school activities like recess and physical education (P.E.) have often taken a back seat to classroom learning. With school hours limited, the choice to increase academics and… read more
When packing your child’s lunch, it’s often a challenge to find a balance between what’s healthy and what they will actually eat. Here are some kid-friendly ideas to help you pack a healthy low-sugar lunch for your child that will… read more
“Ulcer” makes you think of overworked, over-stressed adults. While it may not seem like stomach ulcers are something kids would have to worry about, an Italian study found that the incidence of ulcers in kids in the U.S. was over… read more
Over recent years, recommendations about when to introduce highly allergenic foods has been a moving target. Parents want to minimize risks of their children developing a life-threatening allergy and figure out when they should introduce peanuts. Current recommendations may surprise… read more
There’s growing alarm among parents and health experts: minors are increasingly using kratom, an over-the-counter herbal substance that carries serious risks, including addiction, poisoning and long-term harm. What Is Kratom? Kratom comes from the leaves of Mitragyna speciosa, a tropical… read more
It is well known that good nutrition is important for building strong bones and muscles and functioning at peak performance. However, not all children get optimal nutrition in their daily diets. This can be from not having access to healthy… read more
