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CHILDREN AND TEEN CARE
Childhood Immunization Schedule
Vaccines can prevent diseases, including potentially serious ones. Make sure your baby, child, or teen is up to date on needed vaccinations.
Category,
RAISING HEALTHY CHILDREN
Raising Healthy Children
Our guide about helping your child grow up healthy.
Exercise Could Make Kids Smarter
In addition to helping kids avoid obesity and type 2 diabetes, exercise also could make them smarter, boosting their attention spans and thinking abilities.
Keep Young Children Away from Soda and Juice
Drinks are a primary source of nutrition for small children. They should be drinking water and plain milk rather than sweetened sodas, drinks, or juice.
Category,
CHILDREN AND TEEN CARE
Depression and Suicide Is Rising Among Teens and Young Adults
Depression and suicide rates are soaring among young Americans, according to research confirming earlier findings. Here's what to do if your teen is depressed.
Signs Your Child Needs an Eye Exam
Children can’t always understand or communicate they have abnormal vision. That’s why it’s important to recognize important signs your child needs an eye exam.
Are Antibiotics Safe for Infants?
Many parents have questions about helping their sick babies. Are antibiotics safe for infants? And exactly how do you give antibiotics to a baby?
How to Boost Your Teen’s Mood with a Better Diet
Eating vegetables and fruits every day could lighten your child’s blues. Here’s how you can boost your teen’s mood with better food.
What Is Fifth Disease?
Fifth disease is usually mild in children, but it can cause complications, especially in adults. Learn the symptoms of fifth disease and when to see your doctor.
How to Help Your Child Deal with Shots
Teaching children good coping skills can help them feel less pain after getting shots, but many parent behaviors can unintentionally make children feel worse.
Can Probiotics Help Your Child Lose Weight?
Gut bacteria may be part of the problem in heavy kids. The case that gut bacteria affect obesity is growing. A probiotic supplement could help.
Teaching Kids Resilience
People who embrace tough challenges are better able to bounce back from traumatic experiences. You can prepare your kids by challenging them while young.