How to Prevent Heat Stroke: Common Sense Guidelines
When the summer heat gets intense, follow these common-sense guidelines to prevent heat stroke and keep your kids (and yourself!) safe on the hottest days.
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Back to School, Back to Bedtime: Why Sleep Schedules Matter
As the summer ends and school and daycare schedules resume, it’s important to shift back to a healthy sleep routine. These tips will help you get back on track.
Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active through the Winter
Just because it’s cold out doesn’t mean your kids have to stay inside. Find great ideas to help kids (and adults) stay active through the winter, and all year long!
How to Stock Your Medicine Cabinet Like a Pediatrician
Be prepared for anything: What parents need in their medicine cabinet or first aid kit to deal with kids’ inevitable cuts, stings, flu and more.
More than Just a Bad Dream: Helping Your Child Cope with Night Terrors
Does your child have night terrors? Learn more about these episodes and get tips from a CHOP pediatrician about how best to help your child cope.
Work and Pregnancy
Most women are able to work safely, in some cases, until the day of delivery, depending on the type of work performed and their condition.
Orthodontics/Braces for Children
Orthodontics is the dental specialty that focuses on the development, prevention, and correction of irregularities of the teeth, bite, and jaws.
Brushing and Toothpaste for Children
You should begin brushing your child's teeth around 24 months of age, or as directed by your child's doctor. Children will need help brushing their teeth until they are 7 to 8 years old.
Diapers/Diaper Rash
You have two choices in diapers—cloth or disposable, and each type has advantages. You must decide which works best for your child and family.
Infant Play
Hang brightly colored objects near your newborn. Sing and talk to your baby. Rock your baby, and take him or her for walks.