UTIs are common in children and can be painful, but they’re often easy to treat when caught early. Learn the symptoms to watch for, simple habits that can help prevent infections, and when it’s time to see a pediatric urologist for further evaluation.
Biliary atresia is a rare but serious liver condition that affects babies in the first weeks of life. Learn the early warning signs, why prompt diagnosis is critical, how the Kasai procedure helps restore bile flow, and what families can expect from long-term care and treatment.
Caffeine products are evolving rapidly, and one of the newest trends parents should know about is caffeine pouches. As these products become more widely available, it's important for families to understand what they are, the risks they pose, and how to keep children safe.
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Families celebrate the holidays with many different traditions and experiences. With all of the excitement and anticipation, our familiar day-to-day routines tend to shift leading to potential encounters with holiday hazards. Read More
Lately, we hear a lot about how terrible social media is. It may seem like it has become a place full of angry, opinionated people, and images so filtered that they are damaging perceptions and standards. Those things may be true from time to time, but I’m here to stand up for what’s good about social media. Read More
As we are digging ourselves out from the past two years, refocusing on preventative health care should be a priority. Before we can help prevent HIV acquisition in youth, we must understand what HIV is and how it is transmitted. Read More
Dr. Jennie Aldrink tells her story of how she became a part of the pediatric cancer center and helped develop Nationwide Children's Hospital's pediatric surgical oncology clinic.Read More
Most parents expect that their teens may have mood swings, but sometimes those feelings of sadness can last longer and be more severe. Adolescent depression is common. Learn more about how pediatricians are screening for adolescent depression. Read More
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends human milk as the sole source of nutrition for the first six months of life. However, if human milk is not an option, a baby formula should be used to help meet a baby’s full nutrition needs. Read More
As you hit the aisles or apps to buy the dream toys on your child’s wish list, keep safety in mind. Here are some tips to keep in mind while shopping. Read More
Bickering, whining, and refusing to wear a seatbelt are common behaviors that children struggle with during car rides. Here are some tips on teaching your child how to behave in the car, and what to do when they don’t. Read More
