September 08, 2010: Health Tip: Stay Safe Around the School Bus
Teach kids safety tips

September 08, 2010: Health Tip: When You Feed Baby Formula
Tips for preparation and serving

September 08, 2010: Young Parents May Be Especially Prone to Depression
Greatest risk is during first year after child is born, researchers say

September 07, 2010: Health Tip: Making Healthy Lunch Choices
Offer kids healthier alternatives

September 07, 2010: Lack of Sleep May Be Linked to Childhood Obesity
Study found more than 30% of kids who didn't get enough nighttime rest gained too much weight

September 07, 2010: Autistic Toddlers Prefer to Gaze at Geometric Patterns: Study
Finding could help spot the disorder early, when treatments are most effective, researchers say

September 06, 2010: Keep Health in Mind When Planning School Day Menus
Expert urges parents to pack some variety and nutrition into kids' lunch boxes

September 06, 2010: Health Tip: Quit Thumb Sucking
Encourage your child to stop

September 03, 2010: Infants May Display Subtle Autism Signs at 6 Months: Study
Infrequent gazing at others without prompting may be a tip-off, researchers say

September 03, 2010: Disease May Be Only a Plane Ride Away
Without vigilant adherence to childhood immunizations, outbreaks could return, experts say

September 03, 2010: Health Tip: Breast-Feeding Benefits Baby
It's been linked to fewer health problems

September 02, 2010: Health Tip: Get Ready for Baby's Bath
Be prepared before you put baby in the tub

September 01, 2010: Even After Leaving Abuser, Moms' Mental Health Declines
Levels of depression and anxiety still high at least 2 years after escaping abusive relationship, study finds

August 31, 2010: Babies Born Late May Face Small Cerebral Palsy Risk
But researcher cautioned real risk is still very low for both late-term and pre-term newborns

August 31, 2010: U.S. Pediatricians Decry Media's Portrayal of Sex
They urge more responsible programming, and ask doctors and parents to play a more involved role

August 30, 2010: Health Tip: Keep Baby Safe Around Stairs
And help prevent falls

August 30, 2010: Concussion Rates Soar Among Younger Kids
Pediatrician group issues new guidelines for sport-related head injuries

August 27, 2010: Kids + Sports = Risk for Concussion
Being on the alert for symptoms can be key to preventing brain damage

August 27, 2010: Health Tip: Treating Rotavirus at Home
It's a common infection in children

August 26, 2010: Health Tip: Training a Toddler to Use the Toilet
Suggestions for easier potty training

August 25, 2010: Even Before Recession, 14 Million Kids 'Underinsured': Study
2007 data shows many families with private insurance still can't get adequate pediatric care

August 25, 2010: U.S. Child Abuse Cases Falling, Despite Recession
Worsening economy has not led to higher incidence between 2007-08, researchers say

August 23, 2010: Parents Who Clash More Likely to Spank Kids
Corporal punishment of 3-years-old twice as likely in these homes, study says

August 21, 2010: Parenting 101: How to Let Go as Your Child Heads Off to College
Keep in touch, but give them independence and privacy, expert recommends

August 20, 2010: Cyberbullying, 'Sexting' Major Problems for Schoolkids
Parents need to help protect children from online harassment, risky acts, expert says

August 20, 2010: Health Tip: When Baby Throws a Tantrum
Here are possible triggers

August 19, 2010: More U.S. Teens Get Recommended Vaccines
CDC sees rise in shots against meningitis, whooping cough

August 19, 2010: High School Football Players Prone to Heat-Linked Illness
They're much more vulnerable than kids playing other sports, study finds

August 16, 2010: Health Tip: Wear a Backpack Properly
And avoid a back injury

August 16, 2010: Some Minority Groups Hit Hard by Childhood Obesity
Black and American Indian girls continue getting heavier, while trend has leveled out in whites, study finds

August 16, 2010: Being an Only Child Won't Harm Social Skills: Study
Kids without siblings just as popular as others, U.S. research shows

August 13, 2010: Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Pertussis?
Some common symptoms of 'whooping cough'

August 12, 2010: Bond With Dad May Play Role in Whether Men 'Stress Out'
Daily annoyances more apt to irk those who didn't get along with father, researchers say

August 12, 2010: One Troubled Adult Child a Drag on Parents' Mental Health
And other children's successes don't outweigh the negative, study finds

August 12, 2010: Spanking Remains Common, Studies Show
Nearly 80% of preschool children are still disciplined this way, U.S. researchers estimate

August 12, 2010: 'Baby Talk' May Play Key Role in Language Acquisition
Mother's brain may be wired to 'goo' and 'coo,' research suggests

August 10, 2010: Many Parents Fret Over Time Kids Spend on Phones, Computers
Survey sponsors urge parents to use media to communicate with teens

August 09, 2010: Health Tip: Teach Kids to Swim
To help reduce drowning risk

August 09, 2010: Many Girls Now Begin Puberty at Age 7, 8
Rate of early onset has doubled for 7-year-old white girls, study finds

August 08, 2010: For College Freshmen, Leaving Home May Bring Mixed Emotions
University offers helpful advice to ease transition for students and their parents

August 06, 2010: How Parents Come to Accept Down Syndrome Diagnosis
Grief usually turns into joy, resilience, experts say

August 06, 2010: Health Tip: Understanding Torticollis
When an infant's neck tilts to one side

August 04, 2010: Health Tip: Where to Clean Your Newborn
Baby probably doesn't need a daily bath

August 03, 2010: Signs of Autism May Show in Early Infancy
Abnormal arm muscle tone, visual processing evident in month-old babies, study says

August 02, 2010: Addictive Internet Use Tied to Depression in Teens
Even healthy ones can run into trouble with too much use, researchers say

August 02, 2010: Health Tip: Skateboard Safely
What to do to protect yourself

August 01, 2010: Wakefulness Not to Blame for Higher SIDS Deaths in Boys
In fact, very young male infants wake up more readily than girls, study finds

July 30, 2010: Health Tip: Does Your Child Have a Behavior Disorder?
When behavior goes beyond typical mischief or rebellion

July 29, 2010: Increased Risk of Violence Among Unsupervised Teen Groups
Hanging out with no adult presence a recipe for violence even in 'good' neighborhoods, study finds

July 29, 2010: Cuvposa Approved for Chronic Drooling in Children
Primarily those with neurological disorders