“Mom, my throat hurts!” Every parent has heard this phrase more times than they can remember, because a scratchy or painful throat is one of the most common complaints kids bring to their parents. (And it rarely means just one thing.) Colds, seasonal allergies, dry...
You put your hand on your child’s forehead and it feels warm. Your stomach drops a little, even though you know, deep down, that fevers happen all the time in kids. That instinct to worry is completely normal! The good news is that most fevers are simply a sign...
It is 6:30 in the morning. Time to begin the day and get your child up, clothed, fed, and off to school or daycare. But when you go into their room, you see your child curled up in a ball, saying their stomach hurts. Here’s the problem: Do you send them to school and...
Key Points Summer activities increase the risk of common injuries in children. Many minor injuries can be treated safely at home with basic first aid. Urgent care is appropriate for cuts, sprains, burns, infections, and moderate symptoms. Emergency care is needed for...
Key Points Bug bites and stings are common in summer and are usually mild. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, and itching at the bite site. Some children may have larger local reactions that should be monitored. Severe allergic reactions can occur and require...
