Mother and Child

Let's start with the good news. Kids are consuming less added sugar than they were in 2000. The bad news is that kids are still getting more sugar — 16...

Let's start with the good news. Kids are consuming...

I'm a relatively new grandma of two granddaughters — one is 18 months old and one is 3 months old. Their mom and dad are juggling careers, keeping up the...

I'm a relatively new grandma of two granddaughters...

At a recent picnic with my extended family, my 8-year-old child and a 12-year-old nephew were discussing the calorie content of a certain food. My mother commented to me that...

At a recent picnic with my extended family, my 8-y...

While whole fruit is the best choice, certain types of fruit juice can be a healthy part of your child's diet. Recent studies have confirmed that drinking moderate amounts of...

While whole fruit is the best choice, certain type...

Is your child getting enough iron in his or her diet? Find out what causes iron deficiency in children, how to recognize it and how to prevent it.

Is your child getting enough iron in his or her di...

Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) has long been a standard remedy for fever and pain in children. It's effective and readily available without a prescription. In excess, however, even good things can be harmful. Here's what you need to know about aceta...

Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) has long been a st...

Over-the-counter cough and cold medicines are the best way to help a child who has a cold feel better — right? Think again. Cough and cold medicines aren't recommended for...

Over-the-counter cough and cold medicines are the ...

When treated appropriately and early, many children can fully recover from their mental illness or successfully control their symptoms. While some children become disabled adults because of a chronic or severe disorder, many people who have a mental ...

When treated appropriately and early, many childre...

Mental illnesses are like many medical disorders that require ongoing treatment. Although much progress has been made in the treatment of adults with mental disorders, the treatment of children is...

Mental illnesses are like many medical disorders t...

As with adults, mental illnesses in children are diagnosed based on signs and symptoms that suggest a particular disorder. However, this process can be especially challenging with children. Many behaviors...

As with adults, mental illnesses in children are d...

After a tragedy, you might feel helpless — but your child needs your support. Here's help knowing what to say. By Mayo Clinic staff

After a tragedy, you might feel helpless — but you...

Many children who have learning disorders, also known as learning disabilities, struggle for a long time before being diagnosed. This can affect a child's self-esteem and motivation. Understand how to identify signs that might signal learning disorde...

Many children who have learning disorders, also kn...

Are you concerned about how much time your child spends watching TV or movies, playing with a smartphone or computer, or enjoying video games?

Are you concerned about how much time your child s...

Victoria's story: breastfeeding felt like the natural thing to do

Victoria's story: breastfeeding felt like the natu...

Breastfeeding twins takes time and patience, but it can be done. Read how these BabyCentre mums fared when they breastfed their babies.

Breastfeeding twins takes time and patience, but i...

Most mums in England choose to breastfeed. It's a lovely way to care for your baby, and has many health benefits for you both. When it's going well, breastfeeding can...

Most mums in England choose to breastfeed. It's a ...

Breastfeeding has many benefits for both you and your baby. It's a lovely way for you to feel close to each other. Best of all, though, your breastmilk gives your...

Breastfeeding has many benefits for both you and y...

Does the caffeine I have get into my breastmilk? When you have a cup of coffee or eat chocolate, a small amount of caffeine will enter your bloodstream. Once it's...

Does the caffeine I have get into my breastmilk? ...

The more often you express milk, the more you will produce. You'll probably find that short sessions, done often, give you the best results. Aim to express a minimum of...

The more often you express milk, the more you will...

You can store your breastmilk to keep it fresh for your baby in a number of ways: - At room temperature (no more than 25 degrees C) for up to...

You can store your breastmilk to keep it fresh for...

It'll take a bit of practice, but once you get the hang of it, you'll find it really useful. You can express your milk by gently and rhythmically pressing down...

It'll take a bit of practice, but once you get the...