Headaches in children are common. While there are a variety of causes, most headaches are not serious. However, some situations may require medical attention and parents should know the warning signs. Types of headaches in...
Another summer is here and teens will fill their days with anything but schoolwork. Those warm, sun-filled days mean lots of activities and, unfortunately, some dangers. We’ve got a wrap-up of how you and your teens can avoid...
Adolescence comes with many challenges. It’s natural for teens to experience highs and lows. They are finding themselves in new situations and relationships. Their hormones are kicking in. And let’s not overlook social media...
No one is born knowing how to problem solve—in order to have their needs met, infants will cry and parents or caregivers will learn what the baby most likely needs in that moment. As children age, they develop the ability to...
Each year, more than 20,000 children under the age of 14 are treated at emergency departments for playground injuries...
It’s that time of year when millions of students will pack their belongings and head off to their first year of college...
It’s fairly easy to recognize the back-to-school jitters that emerge in children come autumn, but what’s less commonly...
For kids, few places compare to a playground for outdoor fun. But that fun can quickly sour and turn into a hospital...
Each year, 3.5 million children are treated in emergency departments across the country for injuries in their homes...
When we think of vacation, we usually think of a time to sit back, relax, and unwind from the world of work and everyday...
Parents, caregivers and teachers serve as role models for children. This is especially true when it comes to managing...
Ear infections and ear fluid are the most common illnesses in childhood other than colds. If your child has ever had an...
Do you like the feeling of someone giving you a big, tight hug or being wrapped up tightly with blankets at night? If so...
We know kids should read. What about listening? The benefits of reading to children are well established. When we read...
Excess weight and obesity currently affect approximately 40 percent of Rhode Island children and teenagers. Children who...