Understanding sexual orientation and gender identity
A child’s gender identity may change as they become pre-teens and teens with influence from their social environment and through self-reflection.
Healthy eating: why it’s time to stop cleaning your plate
Health experts agree that enforcing a “clean your plate” rule — regardless of a child’s age — isn’t always good for healthy eating.
The COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months and older: FAQs
Even if children have already had COVID-19, they should still receive the vaccine once they have recovered from the illness.
Asthma flare-ups: what you need to know
Asthma flare-ups occur when the airways tighten in reaction to triggers such as pollen, dust, smoke or exercise.
How to avoid distracted parenting
In her blog post, Children’s National Hospital psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, gives parents tips on how to avoid distracted parenting.