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The Healthy ChildSee All
 Normal Growth in Growth and Development
A child's growth not only involves the length and weight of his or her body, but also internal growth and development. ...more
Parents need to realize the rational part of a teen's brain isn't fully developed and won't be until they are 25 years old or so. ...more
 Stages of Play in Stages of Play
Children go through distinct stages of play as they grow. Each stage is critically important to the development of the next. ...more
 Infant Play in Stages of Play
Read on for helpful suggestions for activities and toys for your baby, according to their age. ...more
Cognitive development means the growth of a child's ability to think and reason. This growth happens differently from ages 6 to 12, and ages 12 to 18. ...more
Research shows that reading regularly to young children, especially those between ages 6 months and 5 years, is central to their overall growth and development. ...more
Eating healthy is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and is something that should be taught to children at a young age. ...more
 Infant Nutrition in Infant Nutrition
Choosing how to feed your baby is an important decision that has life-long effects for your baby and for you. ...more
Physical DevelopmentNutrition and EatingDental CareHearing, Speech, and LanguageVision CareSports Safety and InjuriesActivities and ExerciseAbout SleepSafety and Injury Prevention
 Normal Growth in Growth and Development
A child's growth not only involves the length and weight of his or her body, but also internal growth and development. ...more
Parents need to realize the rational part of a teen's brain isn't fully developed and won't be until they are 25 years old or so. ...more
 Stages of Play in Stages of Play
Children go through distinct stages of play as they grow. Each stage is critically important to the development of the next. ...more
 Infant Play in Stages of Play
Read on for helpful suggestions for activities and toys for your baby, according to their age. ...more
Cognitive development means the growth of a child's ability to think and reason. This growth happens differently from ages 6 to 12, and ages 12 to 18. ...more
Research shows that reading regularly to young children, especially those between ages 6 months and 5 years, is central to their overall growth and development. ...more
Eating healthy is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and is something that should be taught to children at a young age. ...more
 Infant Nutrition in Infant Nutrition
Choosing how to feed your baby is an important decision that has life-long effects for your baby and for you. ...more
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Children and HealthcareSee All
 Abrasions in Minor Cuts, Scrapes, and Skin Wounds
An abrasion is a superficial rub or wearing off of the skin, usually caused by a scrape or a brush burn. Abrasions are usually minor injuries that can be treated at home. ...more
Detailed information on blisters, including cause, first aid, and treatment....more
Children are more likely to end up with a cut or scrape on the head or face. One reason is that children's sense of balance isn't completely adjusted....more
Most minor cuts or wounds to the face can be handled at home with simple first aid treatment. But there are also times when these injuries need medical care. Here's what you need to know. ...more
 Preventing Eye Injuries in Children in Eye Trauma
Children should wear protective eyewear during sports and recreational activities. In the classroom, they should wear eye protection when doing lab experiments. ...more
 Corneal Abrasions in Children in Eye Trauma
A corneal abrasion is a scratch on the cornea. This is the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye. Learn details about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. ...more
Sprains and strains are types of injuries. A sprain is an injury to a ligament while a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon. ...more
Nursemaid's elbow is a type of elbow injury. It's when a forearm bone (radius) slips out of place from where it normally attaches to the elbow joint. ...more
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 Abrasions in Minor Cuts, Scrapes, and Skin Wounds
An abrasion is a superficial rub or wearing off of the skin, usually caused by a scrape or a brush burn. Abrasions are usually minor injuries that can be treated at home. ...more
Detailed information on blisters, including cause, first aid, and treatment....more
Children are more likely to end up with a cut or scrape on the head or face. One reason is that children's sense of balance isn't completely adjusted....more
Most minor cuts or wounds to the face can be handled at home with simple first aid treatment. But there are also times when these injuries need medical care. Here's what you need to know. ...more
 Preventing Eye Injuries in Children in Eye Trauma
Children should wear protective eyewear during sports and recreational activities. In the classroom, they should wear eye protection when doing lab experiments. ...more
 Corneal Abrasions in Children in Eye Trauma
A corneal abrasion is a scratch on the cornea. This is the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye. Learn details about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. ...more
Sprains and strains are types of injuries. A sprain is an injury to a ligament while a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon. ...more
Nursemaid's elbow is a type of elbow injury. It's when a forearm bone (radius) slips out of place from where it normally attaches to the elbow joint. ...more
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Emotions and BehaviorSee All
Each child is different, but most children need to be given clear rules about behavior. Read on for some discipline tips by age group. ...more
 Relationship Development in Emotions and Behavior
The teen years bring a focus on social interactions and friendships. This includes same-gender friends, same-gender groups of friends, and cross-gender groups of friends. In addition, sexual maturity triggers teens' interest in dating and sexual relationships. ...more
 Lying and Stealing in Emotions and Behavior
Lying and stealing are common, but inappropriate, behaviors in school-aged children. Most of the time these behaviors will be outgrown. Here's what you should know. ...more
 Time-Out in Emotions and Behavior
Time-out is a type of discipline that is used to stop bad behavior in a child. It takes the child out of the situation and gives them time to calm down. ...more
 Temper Tantrums in Emotions and Behavior
Temper tantrums are a normal part of childhood development. They often happen only with a parent. They are a way for the child to communicate their feelings. Read on to learn more. ...more
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Each child is different, but most children need to be given clear rules about behavior. Read on for some discipline tips by age group. ...more
 Relationship Development in Emotions and Behavior
The teen years bring a focus on social interactions and friendships. This includes same-gender friends, same-gender groups of friends, and cross-gender groups of friends. In addition, sexual maturity triggers teens' interest in dating and sexual relationships. ...more
 Lying and Stealing in Emotions and Behavior
Lying and stealing are common, but inappropriate, behaviors in school-aged children. Most of the time these behaviors will be outgrown. Here's what you should know. ...more
 Time-Out in Emotions and Behavior
Time-out is a type of discipline that is used to stop bad behavior in a child. It takes the child out of the situation and gives them time to calm down. ...more
 Temper Tantrums in Emotions and Behavior
Temper tantrums are a normal part of childhood development. They often happen only with a parent. They are a way for the child to communicate their feelings. Read on to learn more. ...more
Age-Specific ConcernsSee All
Young children often suck on their thumbs. It's perfectly normal. But some parents worry about it. ...more
With childhood obesity on the rise, should parents worry about the weight of their babies? ...more
Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. The condition is more common in adults. But it’s the most common thyroid disorder in children. Not enough thyroid hormone leads to signs, such as slow growth, lack of activity, and poor performance in school. ...more
Graves disease is an autoimmune disease. With this disease, antibodies cause the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone. This is known as hyperthyroidism. Excess thyroid hormone in the bloodstream leads to the body's metabolism being too active. It can cause problems such as weight loss, nervousness, fast heartbeat, tiredness, and other issues. It’s an ongoing (chronic) condition that needs lifelong treatment. ...more
A closer look at the structure of the breast....more
Breast development happens in certain stages during a woman's life: first before birth, and again at puberty and later during the childbearing years. Changes also happen to the breasts during menstruation and when a woman reaches menopause. ...more
Teen dating violence is worrisome. But it's not inevitable. Here's how you and your teen can prevent possibly unsafe situations and reduce the risk for problems. ...more
The male reproductive anatomy includes the bladder, epididymis, penis, scrotum, and prostate gland. ...more
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Young children often suck on their thumbs. It's perfectly normal. But some parents worry about it. ...more
With childhood obesity on the rise, should parents worry about the weight of their babies? ...more
Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. The condition is more common in adults. But it’s the most common thyroid disorder in children. Not enough thyroid hormone leads to signs, such as slow growth, lack of activity, and poor performance in school. ...more
Graves disease is an autoimmune disease. With this disease, antibodies cause the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone. This is known as hyperthyroidism. Excess thyroid hormone in the bloodstream leads to the body's metabolism being too active. It can cause problems such as weight loss, nervousness, fast heartbeat, tiredness, and other issues. It’s an ongoing (chronic) condition that needs lifelong treatment. ...more
A closer look at the structure of the breast....more
Breast development happens in certain stages during a woman's life: first before birth, and again at puberty and later during the childbearing years. Changes also happen to the breasts during menstruation and when a woman reaches menopause. ...more
Teen dating violence is worrisome. But it's not inevitable. Here's how you and your teen can prevent possibly unsafe situations and reduce the risk for problems. ...more
The male reproductive anatomy includes the bladder, epididymis, penis, scrotum, and prostate gland. ...more
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ParentingSee All
Each child is different, but most children need to be given clear rules about behavior. Read on for some discipline tips by age group. ...more
 Parents-to-Be Must Communicate in Advice for Parents
Few parents-to-be receive training for the much more challenging and long-term tasks--becoming good parents and remaining close and loving partners in the face of new stresses and strains as their family grows. ...more
 Television and Children in Children and the Media
Many children watch too much digital media, which includes TV, the internet, and smart devices. Learn why too much screen time is not good for kids--and how to set limits and establish good viewing habits. ...more
Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness, and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children. ...more
Learning about grief and how it affects your family can help you get through the difficult times together. It may even help your family grow stronger. ...more
While getting angry from time to time is inevitable, the way you express it isn't. Control your anger in a way that's better for both you and the people around you. ...more
Juggling the demands of work and home can be quite stressful. For your health and well-being, it is important to find a good balance between work and home responsibilities ...more
You can help keep your children safe by following these precautions....more
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Each child is different, but most children need to be given clear rules about behavior. Read on for some discipline tips by age group. ...more
 Parents-to-Be Must Communicate in Advice for Parents
Few parents-to-be receive training for the much more challenging and long-term tasks--becoming good parents and remaining close and loving partners in the face of new stresses and strains as their family grows. ...more
 Television and Children in Children and the Media
Many children watch too much digital media, which includes TV, the internet, and smart devices. Learn why too much screen time is not good for kids--and how to set limits and establish good viewing habits. ...more
Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness, and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children. ...more
Learning about grief and how it affects your family can help you get through the difficult times together. It may even help your family grow stronger. ...more
While getting angry from time to time is inevitable, the way you express it isn't. Control your anger in a way that's better for both you and the people around you. ...more
Juggling the demands of work and home can be quite stressful. For your health and well-being, it is important to find a good balance between work and home responsibilities ...more
You can help keep your children safe by following these precautions....more
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Interactive ToolsSee All
 Children's BMI Calculator
BMI, or body mass index, uses weight and height to calculate weight status for adults. BMI for children and teens also takes into account gender and age because healthy body fatness differs between boys and girls and changes as they grow. This BMI calculator will help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight....more
 Acne Quiz
Learn about acne with this multiple-choice quiz. You'll learn, for example, which factors promote blackheads....more
 Child Development Quiz
Answer this one: When riding in a motor vehicle, how tall should a child be to sit in a regular seat and use an adult seat belt instead of a being strapped into a car safety seat or booster seat?...more
 Children's BMI Calculator
BMI, or body mass index, uses weight and height to calculate weight status for adults. BMI for children and teens also takes into account gender and age because healthy body fatness differs between boys and girls and changes as they grow. This BMI calculator will help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight....more
 Acne Quiz
Learn about acne with this multiple-choice quiz. You'll learn, for example, which factors promote blackheads....more
 Child Development Quiz
Answer this one: When riding in a motor vehicle, how tall should a child be to sit in a regular seat and use an adult seat belt instead of a being strapped into a car safety seat or booster seat?...more
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