Kids

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) does not recommend giving over-the-counter cough and cold medicines to children under 4, so helping your child feel better naturally can be the best course of action

What can you do to give your shy child a social boost? Whether your child is a mildly timid toddler or a highly introverted teen, find age-by-age tips for helping him succeed and feel comfortable in school and social situations at any age.

Follow these tips from the USDA to make sure your child is getting the proper nutrition from her meat-free diet.

Read this list of common household items with hidden toxins, and find tips to avoid them.

The following tips can help you be prepared to talk to your child about people with disabilities when she comes to you for answers.

Find out the truth behind all the childhood myths you believed as a kid.

American children are regularly exposed to violence (in video games, the media, at home, in school, and in their community), and incidents of violence can affect them throughout their lifetime. Learn how to limit your child's exposure to violence and risk for violent behavior and mental health effects of violence.

This list of age-appropriate skills will help prepare your child for each stage of his life as he develops from preschool until the day he flies the coop.

Has your gifted child been struggling with some social, emotional, or academic issues lately? Giftedness comes with a surprising set of problems, ranging from perfectionism to friendship issues. Learn about common challenges and how parents can help.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s remarkable legacy and values can be hard to convey to children of any age. Use this guide to share MLK quotes, facts, and life lessons with kids to keep his dream alive.

Getting kids to clean their room can be a tricky task — in part because they feel overwhelmed about where to begin. Use this step-by-step visual checklist to help guide kids through the process and get in the habit of tidying up!

When should parents allow kids to start watching TV, choose their own clothes, have a cell phone, wear makeup, stay home alone, go on a date, and more? See a series of poll results to learn how other parents feel about these tricky questions.

Has your child been diagnosed with ADHD? This simple ADHD to-do list is designed to help you make choices about what might be the best treatment option(s) for your child, based on the best available evidence.

Learn about ADHD treatment options, such as medications vs. behavioral therapy, and their effectiveness for children preschool-age and up. This guide for parents is based on an expert review by the New England Comparative Effectiveness Public Advisory Council (CEPAC).

Find out what insect repellents are safe to use on your children to help protect them against West Nile Virus.

Check out this list of foods that are good for your eyes.

Need snack ideas because your child can't eat nuts -- or can't bring nuts to school due to a classmate's peanut allergy? Check out these easy, packable, healthy snacks that kids can bring to school for a safe, nut-free snack time.

Keep your kids and family safe during these carefree days with this simple summer safety guide.