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6 Common Causes of Chest Pain in Kids and When to Worry
Although it's generally concerning in adults, chest pain in kids is typically benign. Here are the c...
Kids Coughs: 5 Reasons Why Your Child May Be Coughing So Much
Not sure why your child is coughing so much? These are 5 common reasons kids cough....
How to Keep Kids Healthy Post-COVID
How do parents keep kids healthy after a year of social distancing due to COVID? Will my child get s...
Normal Baby Spit-up: Is Your Baby Healthy?
Here's what you need to know about healthy baby spit-up from a pediatric gastroenterologist at the C...
How to Get Kids to Eat Veggies
Here's how to get kids to eat veggies and other tips for helping them establish healthy eating habit...
Baby Products for New Parents: Relieving Colic, Gas, Constipation, and Sore Gums
These products can help soothe your baby's colic, gas discomfort, sore gums from teething, and const...
You Got the COVID Vaccine. Now What?
Here are the safety precautions you still need to take after you get the COVID-19 vaccine. ...
Child Anxiety: This is When You Should Start to Worry
Here's when to worry about child anxiety and what to do to help a child with anxiety. ...
How to Support the Growth and Developmental Needs of a Toddler
Here's how to support the growth and development of your toddler and a toddler growth chart to refer...
Your Kids Will Love These Super Bowl Snacks
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly, healthy, or vegan snacks, we’re serving up plenty of tas...
How to Help Kids Overcome the Disappointment of No Vacations This Year
Here's how to talk to your kids about canceling this year's family vacation. ...
This is How to Safely Transition Your Child to a Booster Seat
Here is the proper progression parents should follow when transitioning their child from a car seat ...
Sesame Street Releases Resources to Help Children Manage Holiday Anxiety This Year
As part of Sesame Workshop's Caring for Each Other initiative, Sesame Workshop released a new series...
How to Celebrate New Year's Eve in a Pandemic
Here are some ideas for saying goodbye to 2020 and celebrating new year's eve in a safe and fun way ...
6 Tips & Tricks for Riding NYC Public Transportation with Kids
Here's what you need to know about riding NYC public transportation with kids. ...
Creative Holiday Dinner Ideas the Whole Family Will Love
Try out these unique twists on traditional holiday recipes to make your holiday a little brighter th...
How to Request a Lyft or Uber with a Car Seat and Why You Should
Here's what you need to know about using a car seat in an Uber, Lyft, or other ride share service or...
At What Age Can Children Legally Sit in the Front Seat?
Before you let your child sit in the front seat of your car after calling "Shotgun," make sure you k...
This is How to Qualify for Free School Meals in New York
Here’s how your family can qualify for free or reduced-price school meals in New York—including NYC,...
Choosing the Right Pediatrician in New York
Choosing the right pediatrician for your kids can be tricky, but it’s worth a careful search....
Exposure to Touchscreens and TVs Can Disrupt Infant Sleep
A new study from Oxford Academic's Sleep Research Society suggests that touchscreens and televisions...
Halloween Recipes and Food for Kids
A list of Halloween-themed lunchtime options, desserts, and party treats that will make this Hallowe...
Pumpkin-Inspired Recipes for the Family
It's pumpkin season, which means it's time for delicious breakfasts, dinners, and desserts made with...
Good Samaritan Hospital Establishes Pediatric Emergency Service
Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has ...
Are Telehealth Services the Future of Medicine?
Experts reflect on their experiences with telehealth services, what kinds of appoints work best and ...
These Are the Best Places to Find Kids Exercise Videos
Here are some virtual gyms offering virtual fitness classes and kids exercise videos for at-home gym...
NewYork-Presbyterian Opens New Hospital for Women and Newborns
NewYork-Presbyterian's new hospital for women and newborns–the NewYork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen ...
8 Kids Birthday Cake Recipes You Can Make at Home
These kids birthday cake recipes are easy to make at home and will wow the guest of honor every time...
Live Coronavirus Updates for Parents and Kids in the New York Metro Area
UPDATED DAILY: Live updates on coronavirus developments in the New York metro area, as well as tips ...
Melatonin for Kids: Is it Safe?
We asked the experts all about melatonin for kids and whether or not kids should take it to help the...
Here’s What You Need to Know About Sun Exposure and Sunscreen for Kids
We interviewed experts about sun exposure and sunscreen for kids. Here are the takeaways....
This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon
This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta...
Child Care Resources: How Day Cares are Keeping Kids Safe Upon Reopening
Child care resources for keeping kids safe when reopening child care centers. Resources for parents ...
Coronavirus in Toddlers: This is How to Keep Toddlers Safe During COVID-19
Coronavirus in toddlers: How can I keep my toddler safe? Should kids 2 and under wear a mask for cor...
Here are the Safety Precautions NYC Public Transportation is Taking During Coronavirus
NYC public transportation services—including the MTA, LIRR, NJ Transit, and Metro-North—are implemen...
Why FreshDirect is a Parent's Best Friend
Here's why FreshDirect is the perfect grocery delivery service for my family and all of the ways it ...
Everything You Need to Know About Renting a Car During Coronavirus
Can you safely rent a car during coronavirus? What precautions are car rental companies taking to li...
How To Make Your Next Family Road Trip the Best One Yet
Follow these five tips for how to plan a family road trip to ensure everyone loves your next family ...
How to Safely Introduce Your Newborn to Visitors During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Having a new baby during a pandemic can be daunting. Here are some safety tips for bringing home you...
How to Reassure Your Kids That it's Safe to Go Out
Things are changing quickly as New York begins to reopen. Here's how you can reassure your kids that...
This is How to Safely Get a Haircut During Coronavirus
Hair salons are set to reopen on Long Island and in Westchester when they enter Phase Two, which is ...
7 Ways to Promote Emotional Wellness in Kids During COVID
Now is as good a time as ever to check in on your childrens' mental health. Here's how you can suppo...
How to Safely Go to the Dentist During Coronavirus
Here's what you need to know about staying safe when going to the dentist during Coronavirus....
Celebrities are Livestreaming with Neuroscientists to Support Teen Mental Health
Adam Lambert, Rainn Wilson, Jameela Jamil, and more will join brain health and neuroscientists will ...
NYC Health Department Warns Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome Is Possibly Linked to Coronavirus in Children
Kawasaki disease is categorized by persistent fever and is possibly linked to Coronavirus, according...
What it's Like Being Postpartum in a Pandemic
This Long Island mom tells her story of giving birth during the coronavirus pandemic and what it's l...
8 Healthy Memorial Day Recipes
These healthy memorial day recipes are perfect for a family barbecue, a celebration in your kitchen,...
How to Ease Anxiety for Kids With and Without Special Needs During Coronavirus Isolation
Life is a little harder for every parent these days, now that schools are closed and kids are home. ...
Headspace for Kids and Barbie Partner for Guided Meditation Exercises
Headspace for Kids partnered with Barbie to raise awareness around emotional well-being through mind...
Sesame Street and Headspace for Kids Launch Meditation and Mindfulness Youtube Shorts
Headspace for Kids and Sesame Street teamed up to create animated shorts to teach mindfulness, medit...
How Parents Can Manage Their Mental Health During Quarantine
Mental health experts weigh in on how to manage parent mental health in quarantine, between homescho...
9 NYC Restaurants Share Their Most Popular Family Friendly Recipes
Van Leeuwen ice cream, Chipotle guacamole, and Shake Shack burgers are just some of the NYC restaura...
Disney Now Makes Cloth Face Masks for Kids and Adults
Disney now makes reusable, cloth face masks for kids and adults with themes like Star Wars, Mickey a...
Recipes and Tips for Making Your Own Homemade Baby Food
These homemade baby food recipes will expose your baby to new tastes and textures. Here are some tip...
This Is What Being Pregnant During Coronavirus Is Like
This Westchester mom shares her personal story of being pregnant in quarantine and some advice for m...
How to Help Your Kid Deal with the Loss of Graduation
It was supposed to be the greatest semester of their lives. The last four years had landed your teen...
11 Delicious and Easy Dinners in 30-Minutes or Less
For some families, being stuck at home right now is a time to experiment with new recipes. For other...
This is How Parents Can Combat Stress During Quarantine
Here are 10 ways parents can reduce stress during quarantine and stay sane, including me time for mo...
Food Delivery Services in the New York Area
As a result of the Coronavirus emergency we are all facing, grocery stores are not fully stocked wit...
How to Stop Your Child from Sucking Her Thumb
If your baby or toddler is a dedicated thumb sucker, don’t worry—it’s perfectly normal. Rooting and ...
How to Get Your Baby to Sleep—Anywhere
A sleep routine is important for keeping your baby well-rested and happy—not to mention yourself! Al...
What You Need to Know About the Age of Perfection
An interview with Candice Lapin, author of Parenting in the Age of Perfection: A Modern Guide to Nur...
How to Help Your Teen Manage Stress
It’s no secret that today’s teens are dealing with more stress and mental health issues than–at leas...
6 Signs Your Kid Is a Victim of Cyberbullying
Your teen may be a victim of cyberbullying. Here are the signs of cyberbullying and how to prevent i...
How to Keep Your Kids Healthy This Holiday Season
Between traveling, going into the city, seeing family, and the weather, there are a million reasons ...
How to Get Health Insurance When Your Employer Doesn't Offer It
If you don’t receive health insurance from an employer, getting covered can be a daunting process, e...
Here's How to Decode Your Baby's Reflexes
Almost everything about a newborn is overwhelming. On little-to-no sleep, you’re expected to assembl...
Deciphering the 3 Coughs You'll Hear from Your Kids This Winter
If you have more than one child, you know that all coughs are not created equal. Some kids cough so ...
3 Important Ways Vaping Impacts Your Kid’s Health
Vaping has exploded in the teenage population around the country. Although these products were origi...
8 Ways to Make Sure Your Kids’ Teeth Are Healthy
There are so many aspects of your kids’ health to keep track of, from making sure they eat well to e...
Don't Worry About These 9 Baby Ailments
For new moms and dads, an infant’s first few months of life are thrilling—and a little nerve-wrackin...
New Sesame Street Initiative Helps Kids Understand Addiction
Sesame Street will return for its 50th season this year and has just launched a new initiative, Sesa...
5 Tips to Keep Your Baby Safe While She Sleeps
As a parent, one of your top priorities is undoubtedly making sure that your baby is safe while she ...
New Beverage Guidelines Detail Exactly What Kids Should and Should Not Be Drinking
Healthy Eating Research, a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation program that supports research on policy, ...
How to Help Your Teen Overcome Self-Consciousness
Anyone with a teenager has witnessed the transformation: Their fearless, confident child becoming a ...
How to Help Your Kids Have a Healthy School Year
Put health on the list as you get your kids ready to go back to school this year. Getting recommende...
How to Plan a Successful Return from Maternity Leave
Here’s the thing about maternity leave: It’s finite. You may have several months or just a few weeks...
The Impact of Early Orthodontics Treatment on Overall Health
Orthodontics is more than just braces and crooked teeth. It also covers myriad conditions dealing wi...
Accepting My Son's Picky Eating, and Fear of Carrots
We’ve all met this kid before. He only eats pasta with butter and plain oatmeal. Or Cheerios and Fre...
How to Reduce Children’s Risk of Drowning
As a parent, keeping your child safe in any environment is a number-one priority—especially when in ...
5 Things to Know About Sun Protection
Did you know it only takes about 7 minutes for the receptors in your skin cells to become fully satu...
What to Look for in a Nanny in 2019
There’s nothing quite as nerve-racking as choosing a person to leave your children with for extended...
These Are the Best Tummy Time Hacks For Your Baby
If your baby hates tummy time, you’re not alone. We talked to the experts to find out why pediatrici...
How to Protect Kids from Potentially Harmful Blue Light
In the past several years, it seems like kids have grown addicted to their phones, tablets, and lapt...
7 Tips for Oral Health During Pregnancy
Expecting moms go to great lengths to stay healthy- for themselves and their babies. But oral health...
Are You Living in an NYC Playground Desert?
For a city with so many kids and so many opportunities for enrichment, New York has a playground cri...
What You Need to Know About Sedation-Based Pediatric Dentistry
Fostering a positive dental outlook for your child is important. After all, early experiences at the...
3 Ways to Teach Children Responsibility Through Cleaning Their Rooms
Keeping your children's rooms clean may be simpler than you'd think! Here are 3 simple fixes for hel...
5 Tips For Educating Others About Your Child's Allergies and Asthma
Having a child with a life-threatening allergy is constantly scary. As much as you can prepare yours...
How to Help Your Teen Get Rid of Bad Habits
What’s the most annoying thing your teenager does? Is it that he’s constantly sleeping in and on the...
WHO Releases New Guidelines for Activity Levels for Children Younger Than Five
On April 24, The World Health Organization announced new recommendations for children younger than t...
Teens Can Work Out at Planet Fitness for Free All Summer
Between May 15–September 1, teens aged 15-18 can work out at any of Planet Fitness’s 1,700 locations...
How to Find the Right Life Insurance For Your Family
There are many amazing aspects of parenthood, from sweet snuggles to watching your little one achiev...
Changes That Are Normal in Your Body Postpartum
Women are taught to expect numerous changes to their bodies during pregnancy; from weight gain to we...
Ways to Protect Your Joints in Cold Weather
Ensuring good joint health year round is key to preventing joint pain as the temperatures drop. The ...
3 Questions to Ask Care Providers When You're Expecting
Without question, there are some definite things worth knowing about your care provider’s approach t...
Choosing the Right Psychologist For Your Family
Every child experiences challenges at school or home at some point during their development. A diffi...
Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play Recalled Due to Reports of Infant Deaths
Fisher-Price has issued a voluntary recall of all units of the Rock n' Play Sleeper due to reports o...
5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Egg Freezing Clinic
While egg freezing clinics aren’t as prevalent as Starbucks and Duane Reade in New York City, there ...
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