Natasha Smith has seen her views on vaccines transform. “I had been reading books about pregnancy and parenthood of toddlers, ...

Parents deserve honest, evidence-based communication that acknowledges the many factors that contribute to a given child’s ...

The quality of your sleep is important to focus on because it “improves concentration, learning, and memory consolidation ,” says Dr. George. “It also supports creativity and decision-making.” Plus, ...

As Medicaid funding cuts enacted through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are expected to reduce health coverage among adults, ...

Most parents know the basics, but pediatricians have some quick and easy tips to keep your young children safe during ...

Puberty is the time when children’s bodies start to make hormones that lead to physical changes and signs of maturation.

My recent visit to the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery got me thinking about two Marines – my father, and Holly ...

Is melatonin ever appropriate? Yes. Dr. Klein says it’s safe starting at age 2, though definitely loop in your pediatrician ...

It’s always been a challenging task, helping teenage boys develop into well-rounded young men — the new trend of social media-fueled “digital masculinity” is complicating that transition even more.

For almost a century, some important vaccines, including shots that protect against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis and the ...

More than half of parents feel rushed through pediatrician appointments, and 48% leave feeling unclear about next steps.  | ...