Autism Pride symbol

The intersection of autism and LGBTQ+ identities

While we don’t know why LGBTQ+ identities may be more common among people with autism, we do know that support and acceptance are important.

girl in bed with stomach pain

What is Crohn’s Disease?

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that commonly affects the end of the small bowel and the beginning of the colon.

Little girl lying on floor

Stranger danger: What do I do when my kid won’t hug grandma?

What happens when your kid does not want a hug? Here’s how to handle the awkwardness at your next family gathering.

mom breastfeeding baby

What you need to know about breastfeeding and the COVID vaccine

We asked our specialists at Children’s National to answer some questions about the COVID vaccine and breastfeeding.

Doctor vaccinating a teenage boy

Myocarditis (heart inflammation) and the COVID-19 vaccine

The CDC is looking into reports that a small number of adolescents and young adults developed a heart issue called myocarditis after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.