“It’s not appropriate for you to play with that – you’re a girl.” When your child says something like this, it can be challenging for a…
Some students, advocates, researchers, and now a congressional watchdog agency are calling for public schools to rethink their dress codes, which are allegedly sexist, racist, and…
It is never easy to break up, but it can be challenging when children are involved. After parents split up, a new study examines how children…
It is heartbreaking to watch a child struggling to breathe. You likely have many questions about whether your child has been diagnosed with asthma or if…
In many families and tweens, maturing quickly sneaks up on them. What best way to tell your preteen or teen they stink without putting them down?…
Holding a child allows you to accomplish so much. Do we need to carry our children all the time? A hug is an antidote for even…
The choking hazards most candies present to babies and tiny toddlers are undoubtedly well-known to parents. Things that are hard, sticky, chewy, gummy, or shaped so…
Experts warn that measles can be highly contagious and dangerous. Central Ohio has a measles outbreak, and most children are unvaccinated. As of November 2022, 85…
In the past year, travelers have faced various challenges, from mass cancellations at significant airlines to the shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration’s computer system. Things…
The well-child visits that most children attend and the positive relationships families have with their healthcare providers present an excellent opportunity for parents to ask questions…