Health & Parenting Medical Reference
- Physical Exams and Teen Sports
WebMD explains sports physicals for teens - why, where and when to have them.
- Sibling Rivalry
WebMD discusses common sibling relationship problems like sibling rivalry, jealousy, and fighting, and how to help your kids get along.
- How to Stop Your Child From Biting
Is your child a biter? WebMD helps you understand why your toddler or older child bites and how to handle the behavior and prevent it in the future.
- 10 Steps to Help Prevent SIDS
WebMD explains how to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS.
- Stuttering
WebMD explains the causes of stuttering in preschool-age children and tells you when to seek professional help.
- Dinner and Nighttime Snacks That Can Cause Wet Nights
Some foods may contribute to bed-wetting. Understand the myths and facts behind 5 food strategies to help control bed-wetting in children.
- Teens: Take a Stand on Drugs
Studies show that most teens don’t use drugs. But that doesnt' mean they don't face pressures to do so. WebMD offers tips for teens and advice for parents on avoiding the pitfalls of drug and alcohol use.
- What Is Attachment Parenting?
WebMD explains the theories behind Attachment Parenting, including opinions from proponents and critics. Could it work for you and your baby?
- Baby’s First Words: When Do Babies Start Talking?
WebMD explores speech milestones for a baby. When will your child say his or her first words? And how can you encourage talking?
- Vitamins for Kids: Do Healthy Kids Need Supplements?
Do kids need daily vitamins like Flintstones or gummies? Discover essential vitamins and minerals for growing bodies, and expert tips on kids' health and nutrition.
- Help for Parents of Children With Hearing Loss
Here are tips on recognizing a hearing problem in your child and getting the assistance he or she needs.
- Internet Safety
The Internet has opened up a whole new world for people of all ages. You can shop, plan a vacation, send a picture to a relative, talk with friends and even do research for school. This new way of finding information and communicating does come with risks. Check out this article to learn some ways to stay safe online.
- Diaper Rash: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Learn more from WebMD about diaper rash, a common problem in babies.
- Separation Anxiety Disorder
WebMD explains separation anxiety disorder in children, including symptoms, causes, and treatment.
- Baby Safety
WebMD offers tips on keeping your baby safe -- in the tub, the car, the house, and outdoors.
