Creating Heart-Healthy Exercise Habits for Kids
In the second segment of our Heart-Healthy feature for American Heart Month, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we look at...
Emergency Room Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Getting hurt is a part of childhood, but it’s essential to prevent serious injuries in children. Parents can take several steps—in the home, on...
Dental Details: Dr. Michael Virts
We all know that feeling: Uh-oh, my child has a cavity. Was it too much candy? Not enough time spent brushing? Should we have...
Smiling on the Inside: Living with Moebius Syndrome
Pediatric neurologist Carl E. Stafstrom remembers his first experience with Moebius syndrome was with a child’s mother. She had the tell-tale signs: a drooping...
Supporting Mental and Emotional Health of Campers
When Focus Family Martial Arts Academy welcomed children back to camp last summer, staff noticed something odd. Children in kindergarten and first grade did...
Should I Worry About My Child Getting Head Lice?
Lice. Just reading the word can send shivers down a parent’s spine.
However, lice infestations in children are relatively common. According to estimates from the...
U.S. Surgeon General Gives Call to Action to Prioritize Youth Mental Health Crisis
First, the good news: Mental illness in children and adolescents is often treatable and preventable.
Unfortunately, the mental health of our country’s youth is in...
Finding Peace with Food During the Holidays
By Christie Dondero Bettwy
Knowing how to eat can feel complicated, especially during the holidays. We want to enjoy food and connection with family...
‘Is My Child OK?’
It’s a question we parents ask ourselves all the time: “Is my child OK?”
As parents, we know there are times when our children do...
How to Support Your Family’s Immune System This Cold and Flu Season
While you continue to take precautions to keep your kids safe from COVID-19, you also should know that we’re in the midst of cold...