Every child feels lonely now and then. But kids can feel better when parents work with them to practice skills that help with bonding, belonging, and feeling close to others. These are called social ...

Around age 11 or 12, many kids start spending short periods of time at home alone. They might let themselves in after school or stay home alone while their parents go out for a quick trip to the ...

What Is a Power Wheelchair? A power wheelchair is a supportive chair on wheels. Kids who use a power wheelchair can move around by themselves. Is a Power Wheelchair Right for My Child? A power ...

What Is a Manual Wheelchair? A manual wheelchair is a supportive chair on wheels. A child or teen can roll the wheelchair independently by pulling or pushing the wheels. Or, another person can stand ...

What Is a Gait Trainer? A gait trainer is a supportive walking aid for kids who need help walking and who need to strengthen their leg muscles. Gait trainers are often used in therapy and in school.

Kids who are starting to go through puberty may notice new hair on their legs or in their armpits, especially if it's thick or dark in color. Some may want to shave it and others may not be bothered ...

You can start using those things right now, as long as your parents say it’s OK. Is It OK to Use Products for Older People? Some kids also want to try fancy skin care products they don’t need, ...

You may decide how to get your face painted at a party, but your parents usually get to decide when you’re old enough to wear makeup. Most kids aren’t interested in wearing things like lipstick, ...

Many teens use some form of social media and have a profile on a social networking site. There are some good things about social media, but many risks can make it unsafe for kids. That’s why most ...

Most males don’t have enough hair on their face to shave until later in puberty, usually between 14 and 17. But some may be ready to start shaving younger than that. It depends on when your facial ...

Kids really shouldn't have coffee or tea. The main reason is because these drinks often have caffeine (say: KA-feen). Caffeine is an addictive drug, and it can be harmful for kids and teens. Even ...

A genetic condition is one that happens when a gene changes. Some genetic conditions can be inherited (passed from parents to their children). Genes are sections of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) that ...