Debunking old wives’ tales: part two
Does the flu shot give you the flu? Can colds cause ear infections? Dr. Ivor Horn gets to the bottom of some common misconceptions in part two of debunking old wives’ tales on colds.
Education: How seeing beyond the grades is better for your child and for you
In the latest episode of “The Parent Pep Talk” podcast, veteran teacher and parent Jacki Bragg explains what she sees as the true value of school, how involved parents should be and just how important grades are.
Avoiding drowsy driving after Daylight Saving
For teenagers, the sleep loss caused by Daylight Saving Time can be even more pronounced than it is for adults, which can lead to drowsy driving.
Debunking old wives’ tales: part one
Children’s National’s pediatrician Lee Beers, MD, gets to the bottom of five common old wives’ tales on colds.
Q&A: How do I get my child to play with their older friends?
Psychologist Eleanor Mackey answers a reader’s question about helping her daughter play with her friends.