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.

The Power of Meditation

Meditation allows you to become more aware and more deliberate about your actions. It teaches you how to respond rather than react to situations in your life.

The Pregnant Mother

Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Hormones During Pregnancy Weight Gain During Pregnancy Nutrition During Pregnancy Exercise During Pregnancy Work and Pregnancy Sex During Pregnancy Sleeping During Pregnancy

The Risks of Drug Use in Pregnancy

Drugs like cocaine and marijuana can cause a lot of harm to a pregnancy. Learn more about the risks.

The Second Trimester

During this trimester, the weight of your growing baby will multiply more than 7 times — and you will start showing more.

The Third Trimester

The third trimester marks the home stretch for your pregnancy. You may feel more uncomfortable now as you continue to gain weight. You also may have false labor contractions (called Braxton-Hicks contractions).

The Thyroid Gland

Detailed information on the thyroid gland, including anatomy and function.

The Truth About Lying

Most of us lie to some degree, especially when faced with an alternative like hurting someone's feelings. Some of us, however, lie so often that we stop realizing it.

The Truth About Triglycerides

Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. Most of your body's fat is stored as triglycerides.

The Value of a Second Opinion

If your provider suggests non-emergency surgery or a major medical test, it can be worthwhile to get a second opinion. Here are some tips on how to do this.

Time to Fertilize? Wait a Minute!

Fertilizers aren't dangerous to handle, but chemicals used to control pests and weeds can be highly toxic. Here are tips for correct use.

Tinea Infection

Detailed information on the most common types of ringworm, including diagnosis and treatment

Tinnitus: Stopping the Sound in Your Head

People with tinnitus hear a constant ringing in their ears. Learn more about this condition, including causes and treatment.