Kid's Health

According to the CPSC, the top toy hazards include: Scooters and Riding Toys, including skateboards and inline skates, especially when kids don't wear helmets and other safety gear. Toys with Small Parts, including balls and marbles, all of which po...

According to the CPSC, the top toy hazards include...

If you are just trying to figure out what your child is allergic to, then it is reasonable to try and restrict his exposure to the most common things that trigger allergies (also called allergens). These include dust mites, mold and animal dander. Co...

If you are just trying to figure out what your chi...

Why do children bite? Children bite for different reasons, depending on their age. Between 5 and 7 months of age, children usually bite other people when they feel discomfort around their mouths or when they are in pain caused by teething. Most often...

Why do children bite? Children bite for different ...

During certain months children can be more susceptible to nosebleeds. This is due to the dry atmosphere aggravating the symptoms that cause them. Dry air is one of the highest contributors to a child’s nosebleed problem. There are two types of nosebl...

During certain months children can be more suscept...

Older children may not be able to say what they are worrying about but have trouble falling asleep. They often worry about not being able to sleep and will tell you “I can’t sleep”. It is important not to disregard your child but at the same time you...

Older children may not be able to say what they ar...

Nobody likes getting a shot. They can hurt, and it's weird knowing that the nurse is about to jab you with that needle. But shots called vaccinations keep you from getting some serious diseases. These diseases could make you very sick. The pinch of a...

Nobody likes getting a shot. They can hurt, and it...