Children's Health and Parenting - Original Articles

The cool, crisp days of autumn can be a refreshing treat after a hot, humid summer. Yet with the change of season also comes an increased risk of illness that can lead to fall asthma.

When you have food allergies, organizing your kitchen and other food storage areas isn't just convenient it's essential.

If you're craving sugar, the problem may be more serious than merely trying to satisfy an occasional sweet tooth. You may be addicted to sugar.

One study found that support groups improved cancer survivors' mood, pain, symptom control, and social functioning. Here's what to consider in order to find a support group that works for you.

Genetically modified (GM) or engineered, foods have been scientifically altered to develop more desirable traits. These traits might include better resistance to destructive insects in the field, or increased nutritional value.

New research reveals possible reasons why some folks sweat the small stuff and others go with the flow.

Hula-hooping isn't just for kids anymore. Fitness experts say it can provide boot camp-quality exercise.

While acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic garner most of the attention, Reiki quietly benefits patients in its own gentle way.

Everyone copes with loss in his or her own way. If you've lost a child, you can find a multitude of organizations, books, blogs, and support groups to help you. Behind them all, you'll find parents who have also suffered the same loss.

Set an alarm. Use a fancy glass. Hang a sign on your fridge. These are just a few ways to ensure you get your daily dose of H20.

If you're living with a sleepwalker, here's what you should know before your child takes his next nighttime stroll.

More than a snuggle buddy, a body-length pillow can improve your bedtime posture and help you get a better night's sleep by relieving common aches and pains that are keeping you awake.

That red, painful-to-the-touch burn on your overly sun-exposed skin can be a big problem. You thought you did everything you could to prevent sunburn, but apparently it wasn't enough. The good news is that it's temporary and treatable.

It's estimated that more than 400,000 families in the U.S. have a child with Asperger Syndrome. The disorder affects more boys than girls and is most often diagnosed between the ages of 5 and 9. Here's what you should know about this common disorder.

BPA is used in the production of some hard plastics and the plastic-like linings of many metal cans used to package foods and beverages. Since BPA leaches out of the plastic and into the contents of the can when exposed to heat, there is wide concern about its toxic effect.

There are you, peacefully dozing off, and then, whoa! Your body does a sudden jerk and you're awake again. For the most part, these body spasms are considered normal. But sometimes they're not.

You've heard they do. You've heard they don't. So, what are the experts saying about the real risk?

Tempted to sleep out in a hammock on a warm summer night? Or take a hammock nap in the late afternoon? It may turn out to be the best sleep you ever got.

Why should you make your own baby food? Let's see, it's generally more nutritious, less costly, and it takes hardly any effort to get started.

What is it about these rays that makes them so harmful? And how can you tell if you're taking the proper safety precautions?

Volunteering can be one of the most enriching and satisfying experiences of your life. Here's how to get started.

Summer is here and the living is easy, unless you're the parent of a toddler, that is. Since little ones love exploring with their hands and their mouths, there are some extra safety hazards you should be aware of before releasing your child into the wild.

For a growing number of families (couples and singles, too), personal chefs are becoming as common and indispensable as housekeepers. They're the answer to "What's for dinner?"

Keeping safe from toxic chemicals is no easy task these days. Here are practical steps you can take to minimize exposure.

Drinking plenty of water is among the best things you can do for your health. Switching from a disposable water bottle to a reusable one is among the best things you can do for the planet.

Have you ever grappled with the unexpected side effects from a medication? It's important to pinpoint the cause of these surprising reactions. Here's the right way to know if it's a true drug allergy.

You're wheezing, coughing, and short of breath, but could it really be asthma? Learn how doctors go about diagnosing this chronic condition.

When you apply sunscreens that say "broad spectrum," "sweat-resistant," or "SPF 100," are you truly getting the protection you paid for? These new sunscreen regulations can help you make the right choice to protect yourself.

Taking an active role in your treatment is essential to receiving the care you need and deserve. Here's how you can guarantee a quality doctor's visit every time you enter the office.

Researchers at the University College Cork have developed a new device to detect three major types of food allergies in children, within seconds.