Children’s Health

Is cord blood banking worth it? 7 factors to consider

From cost to the likelihood of needing cord blood stem cells for treatment, here's what you need to know.

My child’s Down Syndrome diagnosis changed who I am for the better

I once thought life was about checking as many boxes as possible and grabbing as much happiness along the way. I have since come to learn a good life is one full of love and purpose and my child with Down syndrome has given me both.

This powerful photo of a 4-year-old promotes inclusivity

And is a great reminder for us all.

Why you should just let your kids eat their Halloween candy

Do parents need to ration the candy?

More than half of school-aged kids don’t get enough sleep, says new study

Here's how it affects your kids, mama.

Do cold remedies really work? What to know this cold & flu season, mama

What to try (and avoid) this season.

How sick is too sick to go to school?

If we kept them home for every sneeze and cough they'd never go to school.

Surviving sick days is so hard—these make it a little easier for your little one, mama

As a mama, I'll do anything to make my child feel better, and I'm so thankful for products that make it just a little easier for the both of us.

8 common myths about ADHD—debunked

2. Kids with ADHD are poorly behaved.

The powerful way Sesame Street is talking about how kids are affected by addiction

Meet Karli, a green and yellow 6-year-old Muppet who has been in the foster care system because her mother has an addiction.

Active screen time has real benefits for kids, says new study

Passive screen time may affect your child's ability to learn but active screen time doesn't.

The flu shot is safe for pregnant women and their babies, says study

The study reviewed records of more than 400,000 babies, from birth to six months.

ADHD + Autism diagnoses are on the rise—but so is support for kids

Increased diagnoses means there's been an increase in awareness of these disabilities, along with more screening for them.

Child diagnosed with autism? 7 steps to take, mama

It's a tough day; an unforgettable moment.

To the family whose child has cancer, you are the bravest people I know

I want you to know that I see you. All of you.

How harmful is screen time for kids? Not as bad as we may think

UK doctors have a different point of view than the AAP.

This phone app can help you figure out if your kid has an ear infection

It's not available publicly yet, but it could be a game-changer.

What to do if your child gets a tick bite

You're well within your rights to feel creeped out! But don't panic. Not every tick bite transmits Lyme disease.

Pediatricians say play is the medicine our kids need

Basically, making a fort or playing dress up is good for both of you.

Why your child acts worse around you (and how to calm them down)

Have you ever wondered why your child often seems to be at…