Growth charts are a standard part of well-baby and well-child checkups. Pediatricians use them to track your child’s growth, and over time, that pattern can paint a helpful picture of their development and even identify when there may be a problem.
From the moment a baby is born, they are constantly learning from their environment and the people around them. Parents are a child’s first teacher and from infancy through adolescence, they play a key role in their growth and development.
What’s commonly called “growing pains” is the most common type of limb pain in children. The condition can be painful, but fortunately, it isn’t dangerous and there are things you can do to ease your child’s discomfort.
When your child is sick, you want to do everything you can to make them feel better. Sometimes, antibiotics are the answer. Sometimes, however, they can cause more harm than good.
Transitioning your toddler from a crib to a big kid bed is a significant milestone for most families. You might be wondering: When is it time? And how do we make the transition?
It’s not uncommon for children of all ages to worry. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five children will experience some kind of clinical-level anxiety by the time they reach adolescence.