Protecting Your Teen’s Mental Health
With three teenagers, there always seems to be something I’m worried about. Are they happy? Did they eat any vegetables? Do they even know...
Know Where To Go: Primary Care, Urgent Care or Emergency Department
Primary Care
For non-urgent conditions, start with your Primary Care Physician (PCP) or pediatrician. A Primary Care Physician (PCP) is a doctor who provides ongoing,...
Beat the Heat This Weekend
The Eastern U.S. is in for a rough couple of days, with the official start of summer being marked by a severe heatwave. Temperatures...
The Next Stage for Teens: Lessons on “Finding Happy” with Peter Samuelson
Peter Samuelson has had an eventful life. The “Revenge of the Nerds” producer has worked in the film industry since the 1970s and has...
As Measles Continues To Spread, How Can Parents Reduce Anxiety?
While there are no signs of a real zombie apocalypse on the horizon, one viral illness is seemingly back from the dead.
Measles, which was...
The First Years: Feeding and Screen Time
Knowing exactly what to do for your baby at every stage can be hard to keep track of, with changing advice as conclusions evolve...
Tips for Sending a Child With Food Allergies to Camp
Mention summer camp and kids get excited about activities, art, s’mores and friends. But for parents of kids with food allergies, the prospect of...
The Difference Between Postpartum Depression and ‘Baby Blues’
The expectations of how you will feel when you have a baby do not always translate into reality once you have the baby. Many...
Testing Troubles: Avoiding Finals Burnout and Stress
Taking tests at school can be unpleasant for children, and that’s especially true during standardized testing and finals season. With such a big exam...
A Parent’s Guide to Talking to Your Kids About Cannabis
Cannabis is a familiar age-old drug that has been used both medicinally and recreationally for centuries. Today, due to widespread legalization and misinformation, its...