6-12 years Archives

5 tips for preparing your child for a 5K run

August 5, 2026/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Fitness, Physical Activity, Sports/by Rise and Shine

While many don’t need much experience to participate, 5Ks still require some training – including for kids.

boy wearing a life jacket in swimming pool

Drowning prevention tips

August 3, 2026/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Fitness, Physical Activity, Safety, Spring Safety, Summer Safety/by Rise and Shine

Morag MacKay, Committee Chair for the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, provides six tips for drowning prevention.

Keeping track of your child’s immunization schedule

July 28, 2026/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Check-ups, Doctor’s Visits, Q&A Forum, Right Feature, Right Highlight, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

At every well visit, it’s important to discuss your child’s vaccination status and ensure they’re up to date on recommended shots.

Back-to-school vaccines

July 28, 2026/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Doctor’s Visits, Learning and School, Right Highlight, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Back-to-school time is a great time to ensure all your child’s vaccines are up to date. In fact, many school systems require children to be vaccinated to attend school.

Finding mental health care for autistic youth

July 15, 2026/in 0-1 year, 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Autism, Depression, Diseases and Conditions, Emotions and Behavior, Right Feature, Right Highlight/by webteam

It is important to learn what types of care may work best and what the options are.