February 10, 2012: When Mom Has Pregnancy Diabetes, Breast-Feeding Curbs Child Obesity
Long-term study found lower BMI in children breast-fed at least 6 months

February 10, 2012: Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth
More seizures, lower Apgar scores found in home

February 09, 2012: More People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use, Advocates Say
Parents, educators, caregivers, friends can respond to severe food allergies

February 07, 2012: Kids' Diarrhea Vaccine Appears Safe After All: Study
Risk of intestinal side effect didn't rise; children should be vaccinated, experts say

February 07, 2012: Letting Baby Eat Finger Foods May Spur Healthier Weight
Babies who are spoon-fed purees more likely to prefer sweets, become overweight, study says

February 06, 2012: Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: Study
Despite 'black box warning' for drugs such as Prozac, no increase -- or decrease -- was found

February 06, 2012: Spanking Produces Troubled Kids, Study Contends
Punishment linked to more aggression in children, two decades of research shows

February 06, 2012: Thousands of U.S. Kids Hospitalized for Abuse
Infants, poor children most vulnerable, study suggests

February 01, 2012: Infections Might Raise Stroke Risk in Children: Study
However, parents should note that incidence is rare, researchers say

January 30, 2012: Study Looks at Possible HIV Drugs-Birth Defect Link
More research needed into unconfirmed association between antiretrovirals and cleft lip/palate

January 25, 2012: Kids' Snacks Can Be Healthy <i>and</i> Inexpensive
New study at YMCAs finds food combinations that satisfy budgets, nutrition guidelines

January 24, 2012: Common Household Chemicals Might Harm Kids' Immunity
Study found lower response to vaccines in those with higher levels of PFCs in their blood

January 20, 2012: Rapid Infant Growth Linked to Asthma in Study
First three months might be critical window, researchers say

January 19, 2012: Hungry Families Admit to 'Formula Stretching '
Better methods needed to identify those without enough to eat, researchers say

January 09, 2012: Kids Who Need Heart Surgery May Fare Better at Busier Hospitals
Higher-volume centers had lower death rate for patients with complications, study finds

January 05, 2012: Missed Naps Could Put Toddlers at Risk for Mood Disorders
Study found lack of sleep hampers ability to express feelings

December 23, 2011: Keeping Kids Warm, Dry and Safe in Cold Weather
Expert offers tips to prevent frostbite, exposure this winter

December 22, 2011: Hearing Devices More Apt to Fail in Children Who Had Meningitis
Once cochlear implants were replaced, hearing improvement returned, study finds

December 22, 2011: Noisy Toys Might Harm Kids' Hearing
If held too close to the ear, these toys might cause permanent damage, researchers say

December 15, 2011: Toy Safety Tips Help Protect Kids
Experts offer precautions for parents and gift-givers alike

December 02, 2011: Pressure to Be Perfect Parent Can Discourage New Moms, Dads
Study found it eroded confidence for mothers, created stress for fathers

November 30, 2011: Infant Vaccines May Work Better If Given in Afternoon
Babies slept more soundly when they had their shots after 1:30 p.m., researchers say

November 29, 2011: 'Flat Head' Syndrome in Babies Usually Temporary
Rise in cases tied to 'back to sleep' campaign shouldn't worry parents, pediatricians say

November 28, 2011: Head Size Tied to Regressive Autism in Boys
Larger head circumference not seen in early onset autism or in girls, study says

November 22, 2011: Get Rid of Bumpers, Stuffed Animals in Baby's Crib
Soft items can suffocate sleeping infants, pediatricians warn

November 18, 2011: Easy-to-Treat Condition Can Disrupt Breast-Feeding
Up to 10 percent of newborns have ankyloglossia or 'tongue-tie'

November 14, 2011: Babies Put on Transplant List Before Birth Get Hearts Faster
On average, unborn babies are put on the list 18 days before birth, study shows

November 11, 2011: Exclusive Breast-Feeding Not the Norm in U.S.
Personal and societal obstacles keeping rates lower than health experts would like

November 11, 2011: Seek Help for Breast-Feeding Troubles, Young Mom Advises
Woman explains how to overcome obstacles so many face

November 09, 2011: Doctors Might Miss Some Cases of Child Abuse
Primary care providers failed to note some suspicious injuries, study found

October 21, 2011: Warning Signs for Health Problems Seen in Young Adults Born Prematurely
They include higher blood pressure and more fat, despite a normal body weight, small study finds

October 21, 2011: Blocked Tear Ducts Linked to 'Lazy Eye' in Kids
These children need comprehensive eye examinations, researchers say

October 20, 2011: Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns
New research also suggests that the vaccine does not increase miscarriage risk

October 20, 2011: Unvaccinated Kids Behind Largest U.S. Measles Outbreak in Years: Study
Vaccination and quick public health response are limiting these outbreaks, experts say

October 18, 2011: 'Screen-Free' Play Best for Toddlers' Brains
Even 'educational' programming is less healthy than independent play, experts say

October 18, 2011: Breast-Feeding, Vaccinations Lower SIDS Risk, Experts Say
Also in updated guidelines from pediatricians' group: don't use crib 'bumper pads'

October 17, 2011: Low-Birthweight Babies at Much Higher Autism Risk
Long-term study found smallest infants were 5 times as likely to have autism spectrum disorders

October 14, 2011: Protein May Help Spot Newborns With Brain Damage
Doctors already track GFAP levels to measure brain injury in adults

October 11, 2011: Folic Acid in Pregnancy May Prevent Kids' Language Delays
Moms started supplements before conception in Norwegian study

October 10, 2011: Health Tip: Choose a Day-care Provider Carefully
Here's what to look for

October 07, 2011: Boys With Autism May Grow Faster as Babies
'Overgrowth' in length, weight and head circumference may signal a problem, study finds

October 04, 2011: Stress May Affect Preemies' Brains, Study Shows
Intensive-care stressors range from diaper changes to invasive procedures

September 26, 2011: Breast-Feeding Boost: Fewer Hospitals Handing Out Free Formula
Study finds decline from years past but 'we have a long way to go,' advocate says

September 21, 2011: Vaccine for Childhood Diarrhea Helps Kids, Saves Dollars
Rotavirus inoculation kept thousands of kids out of the hospital, saved millions in costs, study found

September 21, 2011: CDC Urges Americans: Get Your Flu Shot
Supplies are plentiful and the vaccine is a good match for circulating strains, officials say

September 14, 2011: Pregnant Women Reminded to Get Flu Vaccine
Expectant mothers are more vulnerable to the dangerous effects of flu infection, experts warn

September 08, 2011: Losing Child in First Year Might Raise Early Death Risk for Parent
Study found mothers in particular remained vulnerable decades later

September 07, 2011: Don't Mess With a Nursing Mom!
Breast-feeding mothers will aggressively defend their young, study says

September 01, 2011: Circumcision Rate Down Slightly in U.S. Hospitals
CDC notes this reverses trend toward more of the procedures throughout the 1990s

August 22, 2011: Steps Outlined to Screen All Newborns for Heart Defects
N.J. will be first state to implement routine testing