Managing Holiday Stress for Families As the song by Andy Williams goes, "It's the most wonderful time of the year." The holiday season is...

Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection that has recently been on the rise in the US. Caused by the...

Pneumonia is a lung infection that was a dangerous illness for previous generations. However, today, most children can recover from it...

If your child has been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), your pediatrician will want to screen your child...

A child who is sick may or may not need antibiotics. Antibiotics can only help when the sickness is caused by a bacterial infection. For...

Most kids use backpacks when they go to school to carry their books, supplies, and lunch. Backpacks can be heavy and if they're not worn...

Welcoming a new baby into the family is a joyous occasion, but it can also bring about a range of emotions for your other children....

Teaching kids how to set and follow their goals is extremely beneficial to achieving success, boosting confidence, and staying motivated....

Home Safety Tips for Families  Home safety is an essential priority for all families and especially if you have infants or young...

Back-to-school season is here and for many families, their children will be starting preschool or Kindergarten for the first time.  While...

The summer break is a great time to take your family on vacation before the kids head back to school. It can also be stressful,...

Hydration is essential to your children's health, especially during hot summer days. The best choice of drink for your kids is water, as...

Many children look forward to summer as they get a break from school, enjoy more opportunities to play outside, and experience adventures...

Puberty is the stage of life when your child's body starts going through physical changes as it becomes sexually mature and capable of...

Eczema is a chronic rash where the skin gets itchy and red, and develops dry patches that come and go. Children with eczema have...

Executive functioning skills refer to brain functions that help us regulate our emotions, control our impulses, make decisions, and...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that affects communication and behavior and is caused by differences in the...

March is National Nutrition Month and it's always important to note that a well-balanced and nutritious diet is necessary for children’s...

You probably have already heard that breakfast is the "most important meal of the day." Breakfast does indeed provide energy to start the...

February is the month of Valentine's Day, a day for celebrating love. While people express love for their families, friends, and partners...