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Recurrent UTIs
Recurrent UTIs in Children: When One Infection Turns Into a Pattern
Learn what causes recurrent UTIs in children, when antibiotic prophylaxis or further testing may be needed, and how to help prevent the next one.
Jun 23, 2026
Urinary and Kidney Health
GERD in Children: When Acid Reflux Becomes More Than a Phase
Learn the signs of GERD in older children, what causes reflux symptoms to stick around, and when it's time to talk to your child's doctor.
Jun 23, 2026
Skin Issues
Teen Acne: What Causes It and How to Help Your Teenager Manage Breakouts
Watching your teen struggle with frustrating breakouts? Learn what causes teen acne, what helps, and when it's time to see a doctor or dermatologist.
Jun 23, 2026
Skin Issues
Hives in Children: Common Causes, Types, and When to Worry
Wondering why your child suddenly has itchy red welts on their skin? Learn the common causes of hives in children, the difference between acute and chronic urticaria, and when to seek care.
Jun 23, 2026
Skin Issues
Psoriasis in Children: What Parents Should Know About Symptoms and Treatment
Noticing thick, scaly patches on your child's skin that don't look like typical eczema? Learn about pediatric psoriasis, its types, and treatment options.
Jun 23, 2026
Skin Issues
Eczema in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Manage Flare-Ups
Dealing with your child's persistent dry, itchy skin? Learn what causes eczema in children, how to manage symptoms at home, and when to talk to a doctor.
Jun 23, 2026
Respiratory
Why Is My Child Wheezing? Common Causes and When to See a Doctor
Hearing a whistling sound when your child breathes? Learn what commonly causes wheezing in infants and young children, and when it's time for medical attention.
Jun 23, 2026
Respiratory
Recognizing and Managing Asthma in Children: A Parent's Guide
Wondering if your child's cough or wheeze could be asthma? Learn how pediatric asthma is diagnosed, managed at home, and when to seek same-day care.
Jun 23, 2026
Behavioral & Developmental
Toddler Tantrums vs. Defiant Behavior: What's Normal and When to Get Help
Trying to tell the difference between a normal toddler outburst and something more concerning? Learn what triggers these moments, what's typical, and when to talk to a doctor.
Jun 23, 2026
Behavioral & Developmental
Developmental Milestones by Age: What Parents Should Know from Birth to Age 5
Wondering if your child is on track? Learn what developmental milestones to expect by age, when to seek guidance, and how a doctor can help support healthy growth.
Jun 23, 2026
Other News
Federal Health Officials Sound the Alarm on Screen Time — and Iowa Just Took Action
HHS Secretary Kennedy signs Iowa's MAHA legislation and releases the first-ever Surgeon General's warning on excessive screen time for children and teens.
May 24, 2026
Other News
How Excessive Screen Time Affects Child Development: What Every Parent Should Know
Uncover how much screen time affects child development. Learn signs your child may be spending too much time on screens, setting healthy screen time limits for gaming and more.
May 24, 2026
Other News
New Government Advisory Raises Concerns About How Much Time Kids Are Spending on Screens
New government advice highlights concerns about kids' screen time. Learn the effects of screen media, signs your child is getting too much, and suggested time limits.
May 24, 2026
Ear infections
Swimmer's Ear vs. Ear Infection: What Every Parent Needs to Know This Summer
Learn the difference between swimmer's ear and an ear infection in children, plus symptoms, treatment options, and prevention tips.
May 21, 2026
Why Telehealth
Why More Parents Are Skipping the ER at 2 AM (And What They're Doing Instead)
Learn when to take your child to urgent care vs the emergency room, and why more parents are choosing virtual pediatric care instead.
May 21, 2026
Ear infections
Ear Infection or Just Earache? How to Tell the Difference at Home
Learn the signs of an ear infection in babies and toddlers, when antibiotics are needed, and how to help your child feel better at home.
May 21, 2026
First-Time Telehealth Visit
How to Get the Most Out of a Virtual Pediatric Visit (From a Doctor's Perspective)
Learn how to prepare for your child's virtual visit with tips from a pediatrician on making telehealth work for your family.
May 21, 2026
Mental Health
How Social Media Use Affects Adolescent Brain Development: What Parents Should Know About Digital Media
Learn how social media use affects adolescent brain development and what parents can do to support healthy screen habits for kids.
May 21, 2026
Other Common Issues
Does Your Child Need a Vitamin Supplement? A Guide to Supplementation for Kids
Find out which vitamins and minerals your child may need, when a supplement makes sense, and how to support healthy nutrition at every age.
May 21, 2026
Hantavirus
Hantavirus Disease in Children: Steps to Take and When to Act
Learn the signs of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome in children, how the virus spreads, and when to seek medical care.
May 10, 2026
Other Common Issues
Telehealth for Children With Chronic and Complex Health Needs
Managing a child's chronic condition is a full-time job. Learn how telehealth for kids with special health care needs makes specialty care more accessible.
May 2, 2026
Other Common Issues
Pediatric Telehealth: What It Is, What It Can Do, and When It Makes Sense
Not sure when to use telehealth for your sick child? Learn what pediatric telehealth can handle, when to go in person, and how virtual care works for families.
May 2, 2026
Other Common Issues
Nosebleeds in Kids: Causes, Treatment, & When to Worry
Nosebleeds in kids are common and usually harmless. Learn how to stop a nosebleed in a child, what causes frequent nosebleeds, and when to see a doctor.
May 2, 2026
Other Common Issues
Febrile Seizures in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Watching your child have a febrile seizure is terrifying. Learn what febrile seizures are, what to do during one, and whether they are dangerous long-term.
May 2, 2026
Other Common Issues
Sprained or Broken? How to Read Your Child's Ankle Injury
Your child twisted their ankle, but is it sprained or broken? Learn the differences in symptoms, how to help at home, and when a kid's sprained ankle needs a doctor.
Apr 21, 2026
Other Common Issues
Bruises in Children: What Is Normal and When to Pay Attention
Bumps and bruises are part of childhood. But some bruises deserve a closer look. Learn what is normal, how long a bruise should last on a child, and when to call a doctor.
Apr 21, 2026
Other Common Issues
Dog or Cat Bites: Steps to Take and When to Get Help
If a dog bit your child, knowing what to do in the first few minutes matters. Learn the steps to take after an animal bite, how to spot infection, and when to seek medical attention.
Apr 21, 2026
Other Common Issues
Head Injuries in Kids: Concussion, TBI, and When to Act Fast
From sprains to stress fractures, sports injuries in kids look different than in adults. Here is what parents should know about spotting them early and getting the right help.
Apr 21, 2026
Other Common Issues
Sports Injuries in Kids: What Every Parent Should Know
From sprains to stress fractures, sports injuries in kids look different than in adults. Here is what parents should know about spotting them early and getting the right help.
Apr 21, 2026
Skin Issues
Euphorbia and Kids: The Garden Plant That Catches Parents Off Guard
Did your child touch a euphorbia plant and now have a rash or skin irritation? Learn what parents may notice, how to help at home, and when to call a doctor.
Apr 21, 2026
Skin Issues
Poison Oak and Sumac: What Parents Should Know About That Mystery Rash
Not sure if your child's rash is from poison oak or sumac? Learn what to watch for, how to help at home, and when it's worth calling a doctor.
Apr 21, 2026
Skin Issues
Bug Bites and Stings in Kids: What Every Parent Should Know
Bug bites in kids are usually harmless — but sometimes they are not. Learn how to treat bug bites at home, how to tell if a bite is infected, and when to call a pediatrician.
Apr 21, 2026
Skin Issues
Poison Ivy in Kids: What Parents May Notice and When to Get Help
Is your child covered in a red, itchy rash after playing outside? Learn what parents may notice after contact with poison ivy and when it makes sense to reach out to a doctor.
Apr 21, 2026
Skin Issues
How to Know If It’s an Ear Infection
Ear infection signs in kids go beyond tugging at the ear. Learn the less obvious symptoms like sleep struggles and fussiness at meals, and when to call your pediatrician.
Apr 18, 2026
Stomach Issues
Is It Dehydration or Something Else?
When your child says “my head hurts,” dehydration is the most common culprit and the easiest to rule out. Learn the signs, the 20-minute test, and when to reach out.
Apr 18, 2026
Other Common Issues
Fever at Home? Start Here
Your child has a fever and you are not sure what to do. Start with these four things: temperature, duration, behavior, and new symptoms. A parent’s guide to managing fever at home.
Apr 18, 2026
Why Telehealth
Checklist for Pediatric Telehealth Visits: 3 Questions to Ask Before You Hang Up
Getting the most out of your child's virtual visit starts with three simple questions. Here is what every parent should ask before the call ends.
Apr 18, 2026
Respiratory
Is It a Cold or Just Allergy Season?
Is your child sneezing nonstop or fighting a cold? Learn the key differences between seasonal allergies and a common cold, and when to reach out to a pediatrician.
Apr 18, 2026
Skin Issues
When a Child Has Mouth Sores and a Rash: What Parents Should Watch For
Learn what parents may notice when a child has mouth sores and a rash, what can help at home, and when it may be time to reach out.
Apr 16, 2026
Why Telehealth
How Pediatric Telehealth Can Help Families Without Insurance
Pediatric telehealth without insurance: Understand virtual care options, costs, and access to on-demand pediatric telemedicine for your child's illness.
Apr 16, 2026
Why Telehealth
How Telehealth Helps Kids in Rural Areas
Discover how telemedicine expands access to pediatric care. Learn how families in rural communities can access specialty care.
Apr 16, 2026
Other Common Issues
When Screen Time Starts Affecting Behavior
Is excessive screen time causing problems for your child and adolescent? Learn about screen habits, time limits, and parental controls.
Apr 16, 2026
Other Common Issues
Sleep Problems in Children: What Parents May Notice at Bedtime
Sleep problems in children? What to look for at bedtime: sleep terrors, delayed sleep phase, obstructive sleep apnea, and other common sleep disorders. Help your child fall asleep.
Apr 16, 2026
Mental Health
ADHD: Early Signs of Hyperactivity Disorder & Attention Deficit
Learn common signs and symptoms of ADHD in children, how it may show up at different ages, and when it may be time to seek guidance.
Apr 16, 2026
Mental Health
Anxiety in Children: What Parents May Notice
Is your child's worry excessive? Learn what parents may notice as symptoms of anxiety & when to seek help for anxiety disorders in children.
Apr 16, 2026
Other Common Issues
Pediatric UTI: What Parents May Notice and When to Reach Out
Learn the common signs of a pediatric UTI, what parents may notice at home, and when it may be time to seek evaluation and treatment.
Apr 16, 2026
Other Common Issues
When Your Child Has Pink Eye: What to Watch For
Is it a pink eye? Learn what pink eye symptoms to watch for in your child. Explore pink eye treatment, home remedies and when to get a prescription.
Apr 16, 2026
Why Telehealth
Pediatric Virtual Urgent Care: A Simpler Way to Get Help From Home
Get on-demand pediatric virtual visits with a trusted care provider. Schedule a telemedicine appointment for convenient virtual care now.
Apr 16, 2026
Why Telehealth
24/7 Online Pediatrician Support: Reassurance for Parents, Day or Night
Get 24/7 online pediatrician support & reassurance. Access pediatric telemedicine for your child's needs, day or night, from the comfort of home. On-demand virtual care.
Apr 16, 2026
Stomach Issues
When Baby Spit-Up Starts Raising Questions
Learn what parents may notice with baby spit-up, what can help at home, and when it may be time to reach out.
Apr 16, 2026
Stomach Issues
When Bathroom Trouble Becomes Constipation in Kids
Learn what parents should know when a child is having trouble pooping, what may help at home, and when it may be time to reach out for guidance.
Apr 16, 2026
Stomach Issues
Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Dehydration in Kids
Vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration in kids: Learn the signs to watch for, what can cause dehydration, and how to help your child stay hydrated when they are sick.
Apr 16, 2026
Stomach Issues
What Parents Should Know About Stomach Pain in Kids
Learn what parents should know about stomach pain in kids, what may help at home, and when it may be time to reach out for pediatric guidance.
Apr 16, 2026
Respiratory
When a Child’s Stuffy Nose Lasts Longer Than Expected
Learn what parents should know when a child’s stuffy nose is not getting better, what may help at home, and when it may be time to reach out.
Apr 16, 2026
Throat Issues
Sore Throat in Kids: When is it a Concern?
Sore throat in kids: Learn when a sore throat is more than just a cold. Understand the cause of sore throats, strep throat, and when to see a pediatrician.
Apr 16, 2026
Respiratory
When to Watch a Child’s Cough and When to Reach Out
Learn what a child’s cough may look like at home, what can help, and when it may be time to seek care.
Apr 10, 2026
Respiratory
Seasonal Allergies in Children: Pediatrics Guide to Spring Allergies
Is your child experiencing seasonal allergies? This pediatrics guide covers spring allergies in children. Learn about allergy symptoms and limit pollen exposure.
Mar 3, 2026
Respiratory
Respiratory Distress in Children: Signs and Breathing Problems
Recognize respiratory distress in children. Spot the signs of respiratory distress, breathing problems, wheezing, cough, and difficulty breathing.
Mar 3, 2026