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 ...

Breast cancer is a disease that happens when cells in the breast that are not normal grow and spread very fast. The cells group together to form a mass or lump called a tumor. Breast cancer is treated ...

What's the Endocrine System? The endocrine system is made up of glands that make hormones. Hormones are the body's chemical messengers. They carry information and instructions from one set of cells to ...

Temper tantrums can be frustrating for any parent. But instead of looking at them as disasters, treat tantrums as opportunities for education. Temper tantrums range from whining and crying to ...

The eye infection conjunctivitis (kun-junk-tih-VY-tus) — often called pinkeye — is common in young kids. It's usually contagious, and breakouts can sweep through preschools and playgrounds. But even ...

Doctors use certain milestones to tell if a baby is developing as expected. There's a wide range of what's considered normal, so some babies gain skills earlier or later than others. Babies who were ...

If a child with an allergy is exposed to that allergen, their immune system mistakenly believes it's harming their body. It overreacts, treating the substance as an invader and trying to fight it off.

To help your child get ready for a blood test, find out if they need to fast (not eat or drink) or should stop taking medicines before the test. Explain what to expect during the test. If your child ...

Vitamin D is a nutrient that helps the body take in calcium from the foods we eat. Calcium and vitamin D build bones and keep them strong. Vitamin D also plays a part in heart health, fighting ...

Kids can get things caught around their neck (strangulation) or get their head or limbs stuck (entrapped) in unexpected ways. Knowing the risks will help you keep your child safe. Even with these ...

You exercise all the time without even thinking of it. When you run around outside or play kickball at school, you are exercising. What else counts as exercise? Playing sports, dancing, and doing push ...

We see and hear about hearts everywhere. A long time ago, people even thought that their emotions came from their hearts, maybe because the heart beats faster when a person is scared or excited. Now ...