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Kindergarten-age children coloring at table, with one child smiling
July 1, 2026/Children’s Health

What’s the Right Age for Kindergarten? And Signs Your Child Is Ready

Most children start kindergarten when they’re 5, but age isn’t the only factor that determines whether they’re ready

Caregiver sitting with child while they're getting screen time on a tablet
June 26, 2026/Children’s Health

How Much Screen Time Is Too Much for Kids?

Screen time is all about balancing quality and quantity

Child lying down asleep, with thumb in their mouth
June 25, 2026/Children’s Health

How (and Why) To Help Your Child Stop Sucking Their Thumb

Thumb sucking is a normal part of early development, but over time, it can affect teeth, speech and habits

Young gymnast performing on balance beam
June 25, 2026/Children’s Health

How To Prevent Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes

Breaks in training routines can help limit the wear and tear from repetitive stress

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Medical model of a spine, with healthcare provider examining young boy's spine nearby
June 24, 2026/Orthopaedics

Spinal Curvature in Hypochondroplasia: What To Know

Spine curvature may be a possible sign of hypochondroplasia, but it typically doesn’t need serious medical intervention

Parent measuring their shorter child, with taller sibling nearby
June 23, 2026/Children’s Health

Growth Hormone Therapy for Hypochondroplasia

Injections may help your child gain inches and build muscle, but results vary widely

Healthcare provider high-fiving toddler sitting on caregiver's lap
June 23, 2026/Children’s Health

Hypochondroplasia vs. Achondroplasia: Understanding the Differences

They sound similar, and the two conditions are related, but hypochondroplasia tends to cause milder symptoms

Healthcare provider examining child's throat
June 15, 2026/Ear, Nose & Throat

Removing Tonsils and Adenoids: Is It Right for Your Child?

These surgeries may be recommended if your child has obstructive sleep apnea or frequent throat infections

Pregnant woman appointment with healthcare provider
May 22, 2026/Children’s Health

How To Collect Colostrum During Pregnancy

Proper timing and storage matter when it comes to harvesting this liquid gold

Child's with busted lip
May 22, 2026/Children’s Health

Busted Lip? Here’s What To Do

The first step is flushing out the cut with clean, cold water

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