Finding Safe Toys
Read toy labels for age and safety recommendations. read more
August 17, 1998
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How Much Milk Is Enough?
Each infant is unique, so I never recommend a minimum amount of milk. read more
August 17, 1998
Toilet-Training Readiness
Children who are rapid learners or are more intelligent don't necessarily potty train earlier. read more
August 17, 1998
Treating Fever in Young Children
It is important for you to understand fevers so that you can feel comfortable in your approach to caring for your child. read more
August 17, 1998
Expert Advice: Chickenpox Versus the Vaccine
It's wiser to give a child the vaccine than to wait to see if he catches the chickenpox, which sometimes has complications. read more
August 17, 1998
Antibiotics for Bilateral Otitis
Pediatricians have different styles of managing ear infections, which are one of the more common infections in childhood. read more
August 17, 1998
When Is Chickenpox Contagious?
Chickenpox can be spread to someone who hasn't had it, from 24 hours prior to the first appearance of the rash until the rash crusts over, which is a ... read more
August 17, 1998
Infants and Asthma
More than 10 percent of infants and children do wheeze at some point in their childhood. read more
August 17, 1998
Vaccine for Lyme Disease
There is a vaccine available for Lyme disease, but it cannot be given to children under the age of 15. read more
August 8, 2000
What Is Mononucleosis?
A germ from the Herpes family called Epstein-Barr Virus causes infectious mononucleosis. This virus is spread through the saliva (hence the term "kiss... read more
September 1, 1999
Recurrent Headache in Teenager
Recurrent headaches are very common complaints in both children and adolescents. read more
May 26, 1999
Mom Worried About Diabetes
When there is a family history of diabetes, it's appropriate to discuss suspicious symptoms with your pediatrician and have your child examined. read more
May 17, 1999