Teen

Fortified cereal for kids sounds healthy, but is it? Learn the risks of added vitamins, excess sugar and smarter breakfast swaps.

Is it possible to get your teen to talk to you? Yes, it is. Breaking down that barrier is possible, but it takes a little work. Follow these tips.

You're officially an empty nester now that your last child has left the house. How do you feel? Are you ready to take on your newly changed parenting role? Or are you feeling a little down in the dumps?

Pediatric EDs offer expert, compassionate care tailored to kids’ physical and mental needs — ensuring comfort, safety and specialized support in emergencies.

Halloween is here, and as you admire your mountain of sweets, you realize it's probably not the best idea to eat all that candy. After sorting through your treats and picking out your favorites, what should you do with the leftover candy? Here are a few ideas!

Donate

Donating your...

Perhaps nothing signals that your little girl is growing up like the start of her period. Since so many of my patients ask me how to discuss this topic with their daughters and what to expect, here are a few pointers:

Start the Discussion Early

Don't wait until your daughter...

We've all heard the saying, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." This is especially true for children as it is the perfect time to refuel in the morning to prepare for the school day. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, kids who eat breakfast are...

Your child comes home with the same lunch you packed him earlier that day. That's frustrating. It's amazing what some cookie cutters and toothpicks can do. Here are 10 lunchbox snacks your kids won't trade.

1. Use cookie cutters to make fun-shaped sandwiches (without the crusts).
    
2. Send some grapes and...