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Children’s Health

Protecting your child’s health means looking after their physical, mental and social well-being. Get the answers you need with our expert-backed resources.

My daughter wishes smartphones didn’t exist. New research says she’s not alone

It's painful enough to feel nostalgic for your own past. It's a different kind of ache to watch your kid feel nostalgic for an era she'll never get to have.

Health advice feels unstable right now. Here’s what parents can still trust

When we tell parents to make better individual choices without fixing the systems that shape those choices, we're transferring the burden, not solving the problem.

New research on boys and mental health has a message for every mom

The data is sobering. But the data also shows that boys reach out when they have somewhere safe to land.

Tick season 2026 is the worst in years—here’s how to actually protect your kids, according to an expert

From backyards to playgrounds, ticks are showing up in places parents don't expect. A physician-founder breaks down what's different this year, how to do a real tick check, and what to do if you find one.

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How to treat lice without losing your mind (from a mom who’s been there)

It’s not a crisis. It’s not a reflection of your parenting. It’s going to be fine.

why don't pediatricians accept Medicaid

The pediatrician shortage hitting Medicaid families—and why it affects us all

Nearly half of American kids rely on Medicaid for their healthcare. So why is it so hard to find pediatricians who accept Medicaid—and what can parents do about it?

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Measles doesn’t just make kids sick—it makes them forget how to fight illness for years

To understand what's really at stake when a child contracts measles, we spoke with Dr. Sandra Adamson Fryhofer, a trustee of the American Medical Association, about the serious complications parents should know about.

Mom sitting beside her toddler son feeding him an ice cream snack

12 products that make childcare at home more manageable for busy moms

You are already doing so much. These smart, sanity-saving products streamline the stickiest parts of home childcare so you can spend more of your energy where it matters.

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CDC advisers end universal Hepatitis B vaccine birth-dose policy: What parents need to know

The CDC’s hepatitis B birth-dose policy just shifted. Get clear, evidence-based guidance for your baby’s health.

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What children teach us about slowing down

Our kids move at the speed of wonder. When we start slowing down and let them set the pace, we breathe, notice, and belong to our own lives again.

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Don’t be afraid to vacuum during naptime—it promotes sleep resilience

Nap time does not need to sound like a recording studio. Predictable household noise can actually help babies and toddlers learn sleep resilience.

Mom and child sitting beside each other in living room while reviewing their new routine on laptop

Strong-willed kid? 9 collaborative routines that meet them in their power

Power struggles drain everyone. These nine simple routines channel your child’s strong will into leadership, problem-solving and cooperation, so your days run smoother without anyone shrinking themselves.

Raise Resilient Kids in Anxious World

How to raise resilient kids in an anxious world

You cannot bubble-wrap childhood, but you can give kids the habits, relationships and room they need to bounce back. Here is a practical, research-backed playbook for today’s families.

Phrases for Struggling With Milestones

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Tween Independence

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

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