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.

Why the Healthcare Provider Presses Your Belly

When your healthcare provider presses on your belly, they are feeling to see if any major internal organs are enlarged or tender, making them painful to touch, which could mean disease.

Why You Should Try Yoga

Yoga is a series of stretches and poses that you do with breathing techniques. It offers the powerful benefits of exercise. And since yoga is gentle, almost anyone can do it, regardless of your age or fitness level.

Why Your Healthcare Provider Tests Your Blood Sugar

In adults, a screening blood sugar test is generally used to see if your blood sugar is too high. Often adults with raised blood sugar don't have obvious symptoms of diabetes or prediabetes.

Wisdom Teeth Extraction

Because most mouths are too small for the 4 additional molars called wisdom teeth, these teeth usually must be removed. Here's how it's done.

Work and Pregnancy

Many women continue working through their pregnancy without any problems. It depends on the type of work they do and their condition. Here's what you need to know.

Work and Stress: Your Well-Being

When stress becomes a daily companion, it can lead to burnout—a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. Learn how to safeguard your well-being.

Work Out on the Water

With a sailboat, canoe, kayak, windsurfing outfit or pair of water skis, you can explore a whole new world of activities. Once you've embraced proper training and safety, you'll get a fine, fun workout.

Yogurt Popsicles

Cool down with this creamy, fruity treat.

You Can Head Off Stress Fractures

A stress fracture happens when you increase the length or intensity of your workout too quickly.

Your 2-Year-Old Child

The "terrible twos" phase of a child's life also can be the "terrific twos." Read on to learn more about how to deal with your 2-year-old child.

Your Annual Wellness Visit

Your annual wellness visit is the ideal time to check in with your healthcare provider about the best ways to take care of your health.

Your Child’s Separation Anxiety and School

The prospect of new experiences away from parents or other loved ones can be quite frightening, especially for younger children. These worries are a normal part of development for all children.