For many teens, dating and social relationships come with excitement, uncertainty, and pressure. Caregivers can help by creating space for honest conversations and by teaching teens how to recognize unsafe dynamics, set boundaries, and ask for help when needed.
Some social media challenges are harmless, but others can lead to serious injuries. Learn what research shows about risky online challenges, warning signs to watch for, and practical ways to help kids handle pressure and stay safer.
Unlike walking or talking, reading doesn’t just “happen” on its own—it has to be taught. Discover what the Science of Reading says about how kids learn best, why early language and shared books at home matter so much, and how programs like Reach Out and Read and Imagination Library help families build strong foundations for lifelong reading and learning.
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A bleeding disorder doesn’t have to keep your family close to home. With some extra planning, you can still enjoy vacations and new adventures together. Learn how to choose a destination with the right medical resources, pick safe and fun activities, and work with your hemophilia treatment center to create a travel treatment plan so you can focus on making memories—not worrying “what if.” Read More
MRIs can feel loud and scary—especially for kids—but practice can make a big difference. Discover how Nationwide Children’s MRI simulator and radiology child life specialists help children rehearse the experience, build coping skills, and, in many cases, complete their scan safely without anesthesia. Read More
Understanding peanut allergies can feel overwhelming. In Part One of our series, get clear, expert-backed basics to help you protect your child and navigate everyday life with peace of mind. Read More
Part Two of our Peanut Allergy 101 series offers clear, helpful guidance on treatment plans, avoiding exposure and supporting your child’s health in real-world situations. Read More
First published December 2017 Updated January 2026 Headaches aren’t fun for anyone- least of all for kids. While many people think of headaches as an “adult problem”, children experience them too. Read More
A hemangioma is a benign tumor of blood vessels. It usually appears around 2-4 weeks of age as a small red-pink patch. It then grows rapidly for 5-6 months and continues to grow slowly until 1 year of age. Read More
Learn how skin-to-skin time, pacifier practice, and non-nutritive breast/chest feeding help preterm babies in the NICU develop coordinated sucking, swallowing, and breathing so they can transition from tube feeds to successful oral feeding. Read More
Learn why back-sleeping is still the safest choice, when to talk with your pediatrician, and easy ways to help your baby’s head round out over time with tummy time, position changes, and play. Read More
