Childrens Health and Parenting - Child

The ABC's of Childhood Asthma

If you're a parent of an asthmatic child, you probably have many concerns about your youngster s well-being. Here, all the information you need to keep her breathing easily.

Could Your Child Have Attention Deficit Disorder?

Does your child have difficulty sitting for long periods of time and paying attention at school and in other settings?

Timing Birth to Reduce Newborn Asthma

Timing is everything.

Is it a Cold or Baby Allergies?

The symptoms are sometimes hard to decipher between.

Summer Camp and Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

Summer camp can still be fun for your child with JRA. Try these tips.

Childhood Asthma Misdiagnosis

Could your child's asthma diagnosis actually be a mistake? Read on for the latest research.

How to Keep Children with Diabetes Safe at School

Childhood diabetes or juvenile diabetes is a chronic illness that requires special care around the clock. Use these tips to keep your child with diabetes safe at school.

Could Your Child Be Depressed?

Learn what steps you can take when it comes to diagnosis and treatment.

Can Growth Hormones Help Kids with Crohn s?

See what the studies are showing.

Should You Fire Your Pediatrician?

No parent wants to take chances when it comes to their child's health. Find out whether you should dismiss your doctor and start shopping around.

How to Help Your Child Use an Asthma Inhaler

If your child has asthma, you know how important it is to have the right medication on hand and to be able to help him or her to use it correctly for the most effective results.

Study Finds Urban Children with Asthma Watch Too Much TV

Does your child with asthma spend more time in front of the television, computer screen or favorite video games than the latest recommended guidelines provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics?

Vitamin D Levels and Kids With Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetic children are found to be lacking Vitamin D. So it is more important than ever to ensure they take their vitamins, get some sun, and eat some fish.

Michael Phelps: Overcoming & Excelling with ADHD

An Olympic medalist's story gives hope to parents and children impacted by ADHD.

A Special Security Blanket for Special Kids

Learn how to ensure a prosperous future for your child.

Are You a Sugar Addict?

Sweet tooth or addiction? Find out for yourself.

10 Tips for Parents of Autistic Children

Caring for a child with autism can be stressful, but these tips may help you keep perspective.

17 Things You Should Always Tell the Babysitter

Follow these guidelines to help protect your children--and ensure your own peace of mind.

4 Deadliest Dangers of Summer

These potential health hazards can cause a perfect summer day to turn tragic.

6 Most Polluted Beaches in America

Summer beach vacations may be an American tradition, but take heed--some of the country's most popular destinations may be hazardous to your health.

Adolescent Vaccination Guide

Find out how you can protect your teen or pre-teen against infection.

Chicken Pox Survival Guide

A highly contagious childhood illness, chicken pox can make your child uncomfortable for about a week. Here, some ways to ease the itching.

Could Your Kids Be at Risk for Osteoporosis?

Follow these tips to help protect your children from this degenerative bone disease.

Keeping Your Child Safe at Camp

For many parents, sending their children to camp is a nerve-wracking experience. Follow our guide to help keep your kids safe.

Should You Get a Flu Shot?

Will getting the flu shot prevent you from getting sick? Find out here.

Summer Insect Survival Guide

Wasps, honeybees, and yellow jackets are some of the more notorious stinging pests, and they result in approximately 100 deaths per year.

Summer Rash Survival Guide

Learn how to cope with poison ivy, poison oak, and other notorious summer rashes.

Is Your Child Overscheduled?

Tutoring. Soccer practice. Student council. Piano lessons. Today's kids are master multitaskers. But are all these activities putting too much pressure on your child?

Keeping Toddlers Germ-Free

Getting children clean may seem like an impossible task at times, but teaching good hygiene while they're young will start a lifetime of healthy habits.

When to Start Swim Lessons

When children are introduced to the water at a young age, it sets the stage for them to become confident swimmers.
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