Expert insights on body positivity in children and teens, including early warning signs, social media pressures, and how families can build confidence.
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Five tips to prepare a child with a chronic condition for school
The bottom line: start early. Talk with your child’s health care and school team, and make sure your child knows how to ask for help.
Child and teen grief support after a loss
Expert advice on child and teen support through grief, including honest communication, coping with loss, and when to seek additional help.
Cyclospora in Kids: Symptoms, Produce Safety & Prevention Tips
Cyclospora is making headlines, but there’s no need to panic — or skip the produce aisle. A CHOC pediatric infectious disease specialist explains cyclospora symptoms in kids, the dehydration signs worth watching for and the simple washing habits that protect your family.
Stroller safety: keeping your baby cool on hot summer days
A few simple habits can keep your little one safe and comfortable every time you head outside.
The scoop on sun protection: Understanding UV safety
From trips to the playground to family beach days, kids are exposed to UV rays during many everyday activities. Learn where UV exposure happens, how to protect your child’s skin at every age, and how to choose the best sunscreen for you and your family.
Rainbow gummy bears recipe: A fun DIY treat for the entire family
While whole fruit remains the best choice for everyday snacking, providing fiber along with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, these gummies offer a creative way to explore fruit and make time in the kitchen more enjoyable.
Your child has a cough: Should you be worried?
Child has a cough? Learn what causes it, when to worry, and safe ways to ease your child’s symptoms with advice from a board-certified pediatrician.
Easing colic: A pediatrician’s calming toolkit for parents
What we call colic is best explained by the fact that different areas of the brain develop at different times. The areas that stimulate a baby develop before the areas that calm one down.
Nora, 4, is thriving after major surgeries to correct dislocated hip
Together, the dislocation and dysplasia created one of the most complex challenges in pediatric orthopedic surgery: restoring the ball of the hip joint to the socket and reshaping the socket so the hip can remain stable as a child grows.
How can you talk to your teen? Expert tips for parenting teenagers
Expert tips for parenting teenagers from Dr. Shirin Mostofi at Rady Children’s, helping families recognize red flags and improve communication.
Navigating peptides, body image, and muscle development with Dr. Kornswiet
From muscle-building promises to rapid weight-loss claims, peptides are increasingly being marketed to teens on social media. But what are they, and what should parents know? Dr. Kornswiet explores the risks behind the trend, the pressures young people face online, and the importance of fostering healthy body image and lifelong wellness habits.
