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Stay informed and keep your child happy and healthy with our comprehensive children's health information.

A parent with two children standing at a tabletop doing an activity
July 7, 2022/Children's Health

Age-Appropriate Chores for Kids

Chores can instill important lessons in adulting and encourage healthy childhood development

An illustration of a adult and a child practicing meditation
July 6, 2022/Children's Health

Should Children Practice Mindfulness?

7 tips to help your child focus on the present and build lifelong coping skills

child getting vaccination
June 21, 2022/Children's Health

What Vaccines Are Required for School?

The list includes shots for 16 potentially harmful diseases

A child wearing a life jacket balances on a paddle-board with the help of a swimming instructor.
June 20, 2022/Children's Health

Swim Safety: How To Keep Your Kids Safe From Drowning

Make sure swimming time is safe and fun

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Young boy sitting on the ground clutching his head with a battered toy bear next to him
June 20, 2022/Children's Health

Signs of Child Abuse to Watch Out For

Cries for help aren’t always obvious

Preteen girls gathering
June 17, 2022/Children's Health

What Is Puberty for Girls?

Timing varies, but changes typically occur in the same order

crib padding bumpers and baby
June 13, 2022/Children's Health

Are Crib Bumpers Safe?

Proven dangers of padded bumpers led to a 2022 ban

A photo of a wooden crib with star patterned pillows and white sheets
June 8, 2022/Children's Health

Is an Older Crib Safe for Your Baby?

The answer is a definite NO, given the risk of injury and even death

Illustration of a child sitting on the floor; a shadow of another person looms over them
June 6, 2022/Children's Health

What To Do if You’re Worried About Your Child’s Safety at School or You’ve Experienced a Crisis

Requesting information about your school’s safety plan is so important

baby sleeping in sleep sack
June 3, 2022/Children's Health

Are Sleep Sacks Safe for Babies?

Studies show that infant sleeping bags can reduce the risk of SIDS

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