Postedby:David Danesh, DMD, MPH, MS on Nov 09, 2026
Noticing white, yellow or brown spots on your child’s adult teeth? Learn about molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH), a common condition that can make teeth more sensitive, prone to cavities and easier to damage.
Thinking about buying an AI-powered toy for your child? Learn six important questions to ask about privacy, safety and how the toy interacts with kids, plus practical tips for setting boundaries and making informed decisions before bringing one home.
AI-powered toys can talk, learn and even act like friends—but are they safe for kids? Learn about the potential risks, including privacy and emotional attachment, and what parents should consider before bringing an AI toy home.
Health e-Hints Newsletter
Stay up-to-date with the information you need for your child by subscribing to our free Health e-Hints e-newsletter. It’s customized for your child.
Pediatric News You Can Use From America’s Largest Pediatric Hospital and Research Center
700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.
Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting effects on health, but they don't define a child's future. Learn how resilience helps children adapt to challenges and discover practical ways parents, caregivers, and pediatricians can support healthy development. Read More
As parents, we usually think of school as one of the safest places for our children. However, a recent study by the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Central Ohio Poison Center reveals a trend that all parents should have on their radar. Read More
Teen pregnancy can bring unique health, emotional and financial challenges. Learn about the risks, ways to prevent unintended pregnancy and how programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provide care, education and support for pregnant and parenting teens. Read More
Is your child unusually flexible or “double-jointed”? Joint hypermobility is common and usually harmless, but sometimes it can be linked to other conditions. Learn how doctors evaluate joint flexibility, its connection to Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and when to seek further evaluation. Read More
A submucosal cleft palate (SMCP) results from a lack of normal fusion of the muscles within the soft palate as the baby is developing in utero. It occurs in about 1 in 1,200 children. Read More
How can parents of teens have a conversation and an open line of communication upon his or her first relationship without it seeming like an after-school special? Here are some of our expert's favorite tips to address questions and concerns. Read More
Aquatic therapy uses the benefits of water to help children build strength, improve balance and develop everyday movement skills. Learn how water-based therapy works, which children may benefit and how it can support greater independence and confidence. Read More
Epilepsy is not just about seizures. What many people don’t realize is that for some children with epilepsy, problems with learning and school performance can sometimes be harder to deal with than the seizures themselves. Read More
