Children’s Health Articles

When temperatures rise, hydration becomes a top priority for families on the go. But if your child turns up their nose at plain water, ParentingU has you covered. April Hamilton, RN, a pediatric gastrointestinal and healthy weight and nutrition nurse with Our Lady of...

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is on the rise in Louisiana and Mississippi. This preventable illness is making a dangerous comeback. As of mid-May 2025, 170 cases have been reported in Louisiana, already more than all of 2024. Tragically, two infants have...

When the school year winds down and summer stretches ahead, parents start looking for ways to keep their kids active and engaged.   For Thiravat Choojitarom, MD, the answer is simple: bring them into the kitchen.  “Summer is the perfect time to help kids build...

When summer heats up, pools, lakes and splash pads offer families the perfect way to cool down. But they can also pose a serious risk. “Drowning is actually the number one cause of death for kids ages one to four,” says Kristen Sandoz, MD, pediatrician with Our Lady...