Family Resources: Health Library

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is a leading pediatric care facility. Please use our A-Z listing below to find information about the disease, condition, procedure or test you need.

Hormones During Pregnancy

Many hormone levels are affected in the body during pregnancy, with several hormones playing major roles.

Hospices Offer Comfort at Life's End

As medical progress prolongs our lives, the end can linger. So, more and more people are turning to hospice care.

Household Safety Checklist

Use this list as part of a thorough safety check of your home. It can help prevent accidents and injuries.

How and Why to Keep a Training Log

A training log helps you organize and save information about your exercise routine so you can work toward your important goals.

How Safe Are Cosmetics and Personal Care Products?

Overall, cosmetics and personal care items are considered safe. But that doesn't mean that there aren't risks linked to their use, particularly if you don't use them correctly.

How to Bathe Your Baby

As a new parent, you may find "tub time" a bit scary. Here are some suggestions on how to make it less stressful.

How to Be a Well-Informed Healthcare User

The benefits of being an active medical consumer include better health, more effective health care, and lower health costs.

How to Be a Wise Healthcare Consumer

Here are common problems you may run into as a healthcare consumer, with tips for wise responses.

How to Be an Active Patient

People who are actively involved in their medical care stay healthier, recover more quickly when they're ill, and live longer, healthier lives.

How to Beat Serious Stress

When you're faced with a highly stressful event in your life, the strategies outlined here will help you cope.

How to Comfort a Crying Baby

Read on to learn about helpful methods to soothe your crying baby.

How to Control Your Temper

At least some anger is necessary for survival. Frequent or intense episodes of anger, however, aren't good for you or the people around you. If you find yourself boiling mad more often than not, try some of these tips to keep your temper in check.