Children’s Health

6 things parents should know about IEPs, from a school psychologist

Nobody knows your child better than you. Your child’s IEP team should have school professionals who also want your child to succeed.

Babies born before 39 weeks may have a higher risk of developing ADHD, study finds

The longer a child stays in the womb is correlated with a lower risk, but ADHD development is related to multiple factors, experts say, not only gestational age at birth.

Make sure your kids are vaccinated against polio ‘as soon as possible,’ a pediatrician says

Polio has recently been discovered in New York City wastewater. The polio vaccine is part of a routine childhood vaccination schedule, but experts say you should confirm your kids' status.

Heavy metal toxins abound in homemade baby food, too, report finds

An upsetting new report shows that going the DIY route is no safer.

6 back-to-school mental health tips for kids, from a pediatrician

Going back to school is stressful, but this kid-friendly toolkit can help.

9 facts parents need to know about parechovirus in newborns

The CDC has issued an advisory about the common childhood virus after more infants were hospitalized with the infection across multiple states.

Marijuana and breastfeeding: Is it safe?

In short, no. Here's what you need to know.

The one thing your child needs to get ready for kindergarten? More sleep, says AAP

Here’s how much experts recommend.

I never thought I’d be a ‘cancer mom’—here’s what I want other parents to know

Cancer comes in like a tornado and tears your life apart, and very few people understand that. They tell you to be strong or worse—to stay positive. Some friends show up in the most beautiful way and others stop showing up altogether. The losses hit hard. 

Gassy baby? Try this mesmerizing TikTok hack

Move aside, bicycle legs.

After Roe, a pediatrician shares how the health of America’s teens are at risk

Unplanned pregnancies are universally upending for teens, but the protections Roe v. Wade afforded guaranteed they didn't have to be life-defining or even life-ending.

Witnessing domestic violence as a child comes with long-term health consequences

Here’s how to spot the signs.

8 brain-developing foods even your pickiest eater will love

No more food fights with these yummy options.

It’s Science: Preschool play protects your child’s mental health later in life

Study shows that playing with others is vital, especially as kids emerge from the pandemic.

I helped import 1 million tins of formula to the U.S.: Here’s what I want parents to know

Kristy Carr, mom of three and founder of Bubs Australia and Aussie Bubs, is working 24/7 to get infant formula on store shelves safely—and in record time.

AAP now recommends breastfeeding beyond age 2 due to benefits for both baby and mother

The organization also recognizes that more social support is needed to make that happen.

Congress passes bipartisan gun control legislation

The bipartisan legislation will be the first significant gun control action in nearly 30 years.

CMV is a highly common cause of birth defects—but you’ve probably never heard of it

A baby is born with CMV infection every 30 minutes.

Soleil Moon Frye on the joys of big families and her public health activism

As a child, Soleil Moon Frye became famous for her breakout role…

6 things I’ve learned about supporting my daughter with ADHD and SPD

"Labels should be used to help your child, not to define your child."