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• Childhood Ear Infections: When To See a Doctor

  Most children will have at least one ear infection by the time they’re 3 years old. The good news is that most will clear up on their own without any lasting effects.

• Toddler Not Interested in Potty Training? Don’t Panic

  Potty training can be a stressful time for parents and kids, and even more so when your child shows no interest in giving up diapers.

• Does Your Baby’s Head Have a Flat Spot?

  If you’ve noticed what appears to be a flat spot on your baby’s head, the first thing you should do is take a deep breath and realize it’s probably temporary and no danger to your child’s health. Babies’ brains nearly double in size during the first year of life. Their skulls are designed to accommodate this, along with that passage through the narrow birth canal during delivery. But that malleability also makes it possible for head shape abnormalities like flat spots to develop. 

• Can't Find Baby Formula? Here Are Some Tips

  With the nationwide infant formula shortage, it’s stressful not knowing where your baby’s meals will come from. But don’t panic. There are options to find formula. Here’s what you can do.

• Choose the Right Summer Camp for Your Kids

  Finding a healthy, safe and memorable summer camp can be stressful for parents and their kids.

• Empowering Teens with Chronic Illnesses to Live Independent Adult Lives

  Teens are learning important skills in all areas of their lives as they get older – everything from driving to managing their own finances. Learning to stay healthy, especially for a teen with a chronic medical condition, should be a priority.

• How To Safely Introduce Allergens to Your Baby

  Food allergies in infants and children are becoming more common in the United States, which can make it nerve-wracking for parents trying to introduce new foods to their babies.

• Does Your Son Have Severe Testicle Pain? Go Straight to the ER

  If your son complains of severe pain in one of his testicles or his scrotum, don’t take a wait-and-see approach. You might only have hours to get treatment to save the testicle.

• Measles Cases Rising: What Parents Need To Know

  Typically, when school is out for the summer, your child’s risk of getting measles is significantly less because they are exposed to fewer people. This year, however, there has been an increase in cases.

• Your Teen’s Weight Could Be Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease

  If your child is overweight, they may be at risk of developing chronic kidney disease in early adulthood. Once that happens, it’s impossible to repair the damage, so it’s important to encourage your child to eat well and exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight.