A new study from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) brings welcome news for parents: peanut allergies in young children are...
A Small Taste, Big Impact: Earlier Exposure to Peanuts Reduces Allergy Risk
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Children’s Health Articles
Healthy Holiday Baking: Easy, Festive Ways to Add Nutrition & Fun
The holidays are the perfect time to turn everyday baking into festive fun, and with a few simple swaps, you can sneak in extra nutrition...
Hope for Families Facing Epilepsy
Epilepsy is far more common than many people realize, affecting one in 26 people during their lifetime. In Louisiana, more than 55,000...
Staying Active During Fall Break: 4 Ways to Move as a Family
When school takes a pause for fall break, kids are ready to rest, recharge and maybe spend a little too much time on screens. But keeping...
Saving Salivary Glands with Precision
For most of us, a salivary gland is something we never think about — until it becomes a problem. For Rohan Walvekar, MD, it’s a passion, a...
What Parents Need to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth
Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness that tends to peak in the summer and early fall. This year, however,...
Back-to-School Smoothie Hack: Freeze It, Snack It, Love It
Back-to-school season comes with early alarms, packed lunches and busy afternoons. And in the South, those after-school hours are still...
ParentingU: Managing Screen Time: Expert Tips for Parents
When school’s out and structure fades, screens have a sneaky way of taking over. What starts as one episode or a five-minute scroll can...
Potty Training Without Pressure: What Parents Need to Know
When the school year approaches, some parents feel the clock ticking — especially if their child isn’t yet potty trained. But when it...