Children

Back-to-school success for children with chronic illness

Communication with educational and medical experts will help children with the back-to-school transition.

A young mother and her school-aged son walk along a shady sidewalk having a conversation.

Talking with your child about their mental health

A pediatrician suggests ways to get parents and children communicating about mental health.

4 tips for transitioning back to school

It won't be long. Start preparation for back to school now for a smooth transition.

5 tips for packing healthy school lunches

5 tips for packing a healthy school lunch

Packing a healthy school lunch isn't complicated with these simple tips.

Going back to school can literally be a headache

The transition from summer break to classes can trigger headaches. Here’s why and what to do.

How communities help children heal from traumatic events

When the unthinkable happens, everyone has a role in helping children recover. Here are tips for parents, teachers and health care providers.

When should I worry my child isn’t meeting their developmental milestones?

About 1 in 6 children have a developmental disability. Tracking milestones and getting help early is the best way to set your child up for success.

5 physical benefits of gardening as a family

Gardening can help keep the whole family in shape and put the kids on a path to healthy eating.

How much screen time can my child have over the summer?

Now that school is out and the weather is hot and muggy, you may be tempted to relax your family’s screen time rules. Here’s why pediatric nurse practitioner Jasmine M. Terrell doesn’t recommend it.