Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics on how single parents can support their children and themselves.
Read MoreThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics on how single parents can support their children and themselves.
Read MoreA bacterial infection of one or more of the sinuses
Read MoreA viral infection of the sinuses. A normal part of the common cold
Read MoreFullness, pressure or pain on the face over a sinus. Sinus pain occurs above the eyebrow, behind the eye, and under the cheekbone.
Read MoreSinusitis is an inflammation of the lining of the nose and sinuses. It is a very common infection in children.
Read MoreAlthough skateboarding and in-line skating were once considered extreme sports, they are now both very common activities for children. Skateboarding and in-line skating involve street skating (using public areas such as sidewalks, steps, handrails,
Read MoreAs winter sports are gaining in popularity, young children are hitting the slopes to learn skiing and snowboarding. However, not every young child may be prepared for the experience. Your child's age, strength, and ability to cooperate are a
Read MoreMost skin conditions do not affect sports participation. As a general rule, young people with skin conditions should be allowed to participate in sports as long as there is no risk of blood or body fluid coming into contact with other athletes.
Read MoreConfusional arousal is a partial wake-up in which children sit up in bed and talk, but usually don’t make much sense. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened. Peak age is 1 to 6 years.
Read MoreInformation and guidance on when your baby wakes up more frequently during the night than during the day.
Read MoreChildren who wake up early before their parents do, usually between 5 and 6 AM. They come out of their bedroom and want everyone to get up. Early morning risers are not waking early on purpose. They are no longer tired. They’ve been put to bed too early the night before.
Read MoreNightmares are scary dreams that wake a child from sleep. Occasional bad dreams are normal at all ages.
Read MoreDoes your child snore a lot? Does he sleep restlessly? Does he have difficulty breathing, or does he gasp or choke, while he sleeps? If your child has these symptoms, he may have a condition known as sleep apnea.
Read MoreA baby over 6 months old who can’t sleep through the night (at least 7 straight hours). Wakes up and cries one or more times a night to be fed.
Read MoreA baby over 6 months old who can’t sleep through the night (at least 7 straight hours). Wakes up and cries one or more times a night to be held.
Read MoreGood sleep habits don’t just happen. You need to have a plan. It’s far easier to prevent sleep problems than it is to treat them later.
Read MoreSleep problems are very common during the first few years of life. Problems may include waking up during the night, not wanting to go to sleep, nightmares, sleepwalking, and bedwetting. If frantic upset persists with no apparent cause, call your child's doctor.
Read MoreChildren differ in how much sleep they need, how long it takes them to fall asleep, and how easily they wake up. If you are concerned about your child’s sleep habits, talk with your child’s doctor. Your child’s doctor may ask you to keep a sleep diary to help track your child’s sleep habits.
Read MoreSleep problems are common in children with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD). One-half to one-third of children with ASD have sleep problems.
Read MoreSleep talking is a partial wake-up in which children talk in their sleep. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened, but are usually calm.
Read MoreSleep terrors are partial wake-ups in which children act terrified. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened.
Read MoreInformation from the American Academy of Pediatrics to help ensure a good night’s sleep for children—and parents too!
Read MoreYour child sleeps with you during all or part of the night. You want to stop sharing your bed with your child
Read MoreSharing the bed with your child. Bed-sharing should be avoided during the first year of life. Reason: Safe sleep.
Read MoreSleepwalking is a partial wake-up in which children walk in their sleep. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened, but are usually calm.
Read MoreMany people think that the only people harmed by tobacco use are smokers who have smoked for a long time. The fact is that tobacco use can be harmful to everyone. This includes unborn babies and people who don’t smoke.
Read MoreDid you know that about 80% of teens in the United States don't smoke? They've made a healthy choice.
Read MoreSoccer (known as football outside the United States) is one of the most popular team sports in the world. Soccer also can be a way to encourage children to be physically active while they learn about teamwork and sportsmanship.
Read MoreThe soft spot is a diamond shaped area on the top of the head. The medical name for this non-bony spot is the anterior fontanel. There’s another much smaller fontanel in back. It may be harder to find.
Read MoreThis topic deals with how to introduce solid (baby) foods to young infants.
Read MorePain, discomfort or raw feeling of the throat. Pain is made worse when swallows
Read MoreInformation and guidance on unexplained spells.
Read MoreSpitting up (normal reflux) is 1 or 2 mouthfuls of breast milk or formula. Spitting up (normal reflux) occurs in most infants (50%).
Read MoreA splint is a padded piece of fiberglass or plaster. Also called a half cast. It’s placed on only one side of an injured arm. The splint is held in place by an elastic wrap (bandage).
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