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Red Dye No. 3: Understanding the Danger to Kids

Panic Attacks: What Parents Need To Know

The unexpected, intense fear and physical symptoms of a panic attack can be terrifying for you and your child. But they are not unusual in teens and are treatable.

Recognizing Early Signs of Kidney Trouble in Kids

Kidney disease in children can be sneaky, progressing slowly with symptoms so subtle they’re easily missed until it reaches advanced stages and the damage is irreversible.

Beware if Your Child Has Frequent UTIs

Potty training marks a huge transition from toddler to young child, and accidents may feel like a setback. But a child who pees infrequently may be more worrisome. Not urinating enough can put your child at greater risk for urinary tract infections, leading to long-term kidney issues.

Healing Your Child with Music Therapy

Can music be the medicine your child needs? The answer most likely is “yes.”

What To Expect if Your Child Needs a Colonoscopy

You might think colonoscopies are only for older adults to screen for cancer. But children sometimes have the procedure, too, to diagnose causes of abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, rectal bleeding and unexplained weight loss.

Is Your Teen Using Social Media Too Much?

At the dinner table. Watching TV. While out with friends.  Teenagers are constantly using social media, and that might not be good for their mental health.

Should You Teach Your Baby Sign Language?

How many times have you wished your baby could tell you what’s wrong instead of crying and leaving you to guess? Baby Sign Language allows babies as young as 6 months old to communicate their needs instead of crying.

What To Do When Your Child Wants To Quit Team Sports

Your child wants to give up playing organized sports, but should you agree? There are many reasons why that might not be a good idea. Let’s look at the benefits, how you can encourage your child to keep going, and when it might be the right time to stop.

Do Weight-Loss Drugs Really Help Teens?

Obesity affects nearly a quarter of 12- to 19-year-olds in the United States. The health implications of carrying so much extra weight are so significant that scientists have been searching for medical solutions to supplement healthy diets and exercise.