Childrens Health and Parenting - Toddler

Sample these dozen healthy ideas that will help your family lead a healthier life for the long haul.

When it comes to kids and secondhand smoke, is there a safe level? And what does secondhand smoke affect?

What to expect when you're expecting your little one to get out of diapers and onto the potty.

It's never fun when your child has to stay home sick, but here are some interesting findings about when it might be better to build up immunity. And a cheat sheet for when they need to be home.

All-you-can-eat buffets. Unlimited soda refills. Burgers the size of ball fields. When it comes to food, America serves it up. It's no wonder one-third of our children and two-thirds of adults are overweight or obese. Here's what you need to know to help your family eat better.

Germs thrive in saliva, mucous, stomach acids, and other body fluids. Regardless of how good you are about personal hygiene when you're sick, chances are you're going to spew a few germs.

It's nothing to sneeze at. Millions of kids suffer from allergies and asthma. Here are some of the reasons why.

Adopt these 10 simple healthy habits now and give your family's wellness a boost.

When it comes to mercury exposure from fish, what do you need to know to make the healthiest choices?

When it comes to treating your child's persistent cough, one effective treatment option might already be in your kitchen cabinet.

Does he like to arrange toys by size or color or count the same object over and over again? Some children like order and find routines comforting. But when these behaviors start interfering with daily life, there may be reason to worry.

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables can feel a bit daunting, especially for busy families on the go. The good news is that it's a lot easier than you might imagine.

While seven out of 10 children are improperly restrained, using child safety seats the right way could reduce fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for toddlers ages 1 through 4.

While a high percentage of U.S. parents admit to regularly spanking their children, this practice is actually illegal in 24 countries. What's in the best interest of kids?

Here is choking first aid that everyone should know.

On average 5 to 20 percent of the U.S. populations gets the flu and more than 200, 000 people are hospitalized from flu-related complications. How to avoid and treat the flu.

Playing hide and seek isn't just fun for young children, it's good for their brains. Though toddlers develop cognitively at a faster pace than infants, brain development is an ongoing process that begins before birth.

We asked parents of children with asthma to give us their best asthma-care tips. From freezing your pillows to sharing a written action plan with your school, moms responded with creative, take-charge solutions.

Did you know that if your child was born by caesarean section, she could be at increased risk for celiac disease?

Tics are common in childhood. When they continue and occur in conjunction with other repetitive patterns, they could be signs of a condition called Tourette Syndrome.

Babies fall, toddlers trip over whatever is in their way, preschoolers climb where they shouldn't, and older kids fall off bikes. Despite attempts to keep them safe, accidents still happen. Thankfully, most head injuries are minor. Here is how you can assess the injury and keep your little one sound.

Though they look disturbing and make your child uncomfortable, childhood rashes are very common and can be caused by a number of factors. The good news is that many of them are easy to treat and won t put your child in any danger.

When your child sings along with her favorite song, she s probably enjoying herself a great deal as she exercises her vocal chords. But did you know that engaging in music can also help make her smarter, calmer, and happier, too?

You can teach your child empathy. But you might be surprised by exactly how this quality is passed on, and also what it means for your youngster's well being.

While some of these untimely losses are caused by serious conditions such as cancer, birth defects and other illnesses, other deaths are accidental in nature and in many cases could have been prevented with some extra effort.

If your child is suffering from the discomfort of an upset stomach, making him feel better as quickly as possible is your priority.

You probably know that fiber is important to your health. But did you know that this is true for your children, too? Everyone needs to eat an adequate amount of fiber to keep their bodies and digestion functioning at their very best. But the recommended amount for best results can vary, depending on age and gender, too.

While pretend playmates used to be viewed as a sign of a troubled child, experts now believe that the occurrence isn't only common; but it's quite healthy, too.

Most toddlers are naturally on the move. Use these exercises to get the most out of their desire to run, climb, and balance.

Whether you're a parent to a baby, toddler, tween, or all three, knowing how much they should be sleeping can be challenging.