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Unwell sick kid sleeping while uneasy parent sitting beside her inside healthcare facility. Worried father sitting next to ill little girl resting on patient bed inside hospital pediatrics ward room.

Parents, Trust Your Instincts When Your “Something’s Wrong” Detector Pings

My daughter had the same respiratory symptoms her siblings had been experiencing, but something wasn’t quite right. I didn’t like something about her manner. I … Read more

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: April 22, 2026

U.S. Officially Cuts Ties With WHO; How Will This Affect Pediatric Care?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 23, 2026

Latest Outbreak Demonstrates Danger Of Giving Kids Raw Milk

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: August 5, 2025

Doctor examining child in the new era of diagnostics.

AAP’s New Genetic Testing Guidance Could Mean Faster Diagnoses For Children

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: June 25, 2025

The Best Sunscreen For Kids By Age, Skin Type And Other Factors

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: April 12, 2025

Vitamin D Deficiency In Kids And Teens: A Parent’s Guide

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: April 8, 2025

Small child choked on food eating in the kitchen indoors

Whooping Cough: What Parents Should Know About Pertussis

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: March 9, 2025

Diaper Rash Treatments To Bring Your Baby Some Relief

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: March 7, 2025

What Are The Signs Of A Concussion In Children?

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: March 6, 2025

Little girl in clinic having a checkup with laryngologist

Strep Throat In Children And Teens: A Guide For Parents

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: March 6, 2025

Should Kids Take A Fish Oil Supplement? What Parents Should Know

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: March 5, 2025

The Benefits Of Teaching Children To Swim

Written by: Mattie Bieberly

Published on: February 25, 2025

What Questions Should Parents Ask In The Emergency Room?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 15, 2025

When Can Toddlers Have Lunch Meat? Here’s Why You Should Wait

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 14, 2025

Ask Your Pediatrician These Questions At Your Child’s Next Well-Child Visit

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 6, 2025

A Toddler’s Overlooked Brain Tumor And The Signs You Should Look For If You’re Worried

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: January 3, 2025

Teenager doing homework at table in evening

10 Reasons Why Some Stress Is Good For Kids According To Research

Written by: Jennifer Whitfield

Published on: December 17, 2024

child having bandaid placed on arm by individual in white coat and stethoscope

School Nurses Ordered To Get Parental Consent Before Giving Kids A Band-Aid

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: August 24, 2024

teacher pointing at notebook near schoolgirl in medical mask

Long COVID In Kids: Researchers Say It Attacks ‘Nearly Every Organ System’

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: August 24, 2024