Q&A: How much sleep does my child need?
Although getting enough sleep is an important part of a child’s health and well-being, there are times to worry and times to be reassured.
Why hand washing is preferable to hand sanitizing
Hand sanitizers often claim they “kill 99.9 percent of germs,” but they may not be the best option for fighting infection.
Q&A: How often should I give my baby bath?
While parents should make sure the diaper region of a baby is clean, until a baby can get truly messy, a daily bath is unnecessary.
Five ways to prepare your child for their first sleepover
In her latest post, psychologist Eleanor Mackey, Ph.D., discusses how to decide when your child is ready for a sleepover.
Kids’ ear infections: types and treatments
Kids’ ear infections are usually treated with antibiotics. Occasionally though, children will need ear tubes if they have a lot of ear infections.