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CHILDREN AND TEEN CARE
When to Take Your Child to the ER
Parents can overreact to a minor accident — or not recognize the seriousness of other problems. So know when to take your child to the ER.
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RAISING HEALTHY CHILDREN
Raising Healthy Children
Our guide about helping your child grow up healthy.
BMI Calculator for Children and Teens
Body mass index (BMI) is one way to estimate a person's body fat that takes into consideration the person's height. BMI is calculated using a person's weight and height. In children and teens, BMI is used to find out if a child or teen is underweight, of a healthy weight, overweight, or obese. A child's body fat changes with age. Also, girls and boys differ in their amount of body fat as they mature. This is why BMI for children, also known as BMI-for-age, includes gender and age.
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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.
10 Things You Should Never Say to a Special Needs Parent
Topping the list of what not to say to a parent of a child with special needs is “I'm sorry.” Instead of being negative, always be positive.
Parents Need to Learn Causes of Childhood Obesity
Overweight kids don’t need obesity treatment if their parents do. When parents learn how to prevent obesity, the entire family benefits.
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 Avoid Back Pain from Backpacks
Carrying too much weight can put children at risk for pain. Learn how to avoid back pain from backpacks and keep your growing child healthy.
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.
The Different Types of Cancer in Children
Children are usually affected by different types of cancer than adults. Learn the signs of cancer in children, along with the most common childhood cancers.
When Do Babies Start Teething?
Parents tend to worry about how their children are developing and ask doctors “When do babies start teething?” But you may get the best answer from your own mother.