It starts with an eye rub at breakfast, maybe a complaint about an itchy eye. By the time you get a good look, your child’s eye is red and watery.  If your stomach sinks a bit, you’re not overreacting. Pink eye (conjunctivitis) has a reputation for spreading fast...

There is something especially draining about watching your child struggle with a stomach bug. One moment they seem fine…and the next they are pale, exhausted, and unable to keep anything down. It can move fast, and it can leave both you and your child feeling worn out...

Wherever kids go, coughs are sure to follow. Children spend so much time close together, whether at home, school, daycare, or out playing with friends, that it’s easy for germs to pass from one child to the next.  A cough is often one of the first signs that something...

“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 that...

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...

Summer fun can lead to bumps, bruises, and more. Here’s how to know when to treat injuries at home and when to visit urgent care.

Bug bites and summer rashes are common in kids, but some reactions need more attention. Here’s how to treat symptoms and know when to seek care.

Spending time in the sun is part of summer fun, but it can lead to sunburn quickly. Here’s how to protect your child’s skin and know when to seek care.

Summer travel means more time on the road for families. Here’s how to keep kids safe with proper car seat use, hot car awareness, and smart travel habits.

Hot summer days and busy kids can quickly lead to dehydration. Here’s how to keep your child hydrated and know when to seek care.

Hot summer days can put kids at risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Here’s how to recognize the signs and know when to seek care.