New scientific evidence shows the health benefits of newborn male circumcision outweigh the risks of the procedure, but the benefits are not great enough to recommend routine circumcision for all…
by Melissa K. Rodriguez, BC-HIS A parent’s responsibility while raising children is a never-ending task. From their health to their education from their social skills to providing a nurturing and…
By Victoria Clayton Most parents know that sinking feeling and the niggling doubt that comes creeping along with it: Your baby seems like, well, maybe he’s sick. Or your toddler…
Oral hygiene can be easy to brush off when you’re dealing with a squirmy or uncooperative kid. But there are important new reasons to make it a top priority. Studies…
Just a few decades ago, families lived in tight communities where new moms learned their parenting skills from their own mothers. In the 21st century, however, many of us live…
By Alexa Joy Sherman From the moment you give birth to your baby, you’ll be experiencing a whole lot of firsts with him: first smile, laugh, tooth, word, step-and,…
By Lyz Lenz Over Thanksgiving, my 10-month-old nephew managed to infect 10 adults and two children with a terrible strain of the stomach flu. And while sharing is caring, I…
We spoke with Dr. Zak Zarbock about what parents can do to effectively prevent and treat colds and flus in their little one this season. Find out what Dr. Zarbock…
By Alexa Joy Sherman I’ve taken my son’s temperature dozens of times since he was born, but one thing that never gets easier is seeing the number on the thermometer…
