When to call 911, what to do until help arrives & other tips for surviving a medical emergency – plus AAP policies that aim to improve trauma care for all kids.| HealthyChildren.org
We’ve moved from peanut-free lunch tables to peanut-free schools—and many camps and afterschool programs have banned anything peanut too. Finally we may have an answer, and it is the simplest answer of all: eating peanuts.| HealthyChildren.org
Toddlers need important nutrients to build their brains and bodies. Children this age use a lot of energy to grow and play, but they have small stomachs. They may not be able to eat enough at mealtime to make it between lunch and dinner. Here are some ideas to help you build snacks for your hungry toddler that offer a healthy balance of the nutrients they need.| HealthyChildren.org
By age two, your child should be eating three healthy meals a day, plus one or two snacks.| HealthyChildren.org
ask-the-pediatrician~There can be several benefits to making your own baby food, such as lower cost. If you're interested in trying it, keep these tips in mind to ensure homemade food is nutritious and safe for your baby.| HealthyChildren.org
Recognizing that pickiness is normal and usually short-lived in children can make mealtimes more enjoyable. A low-key approach to picky eating can help kids come around and try a wider variety of foods. Here are some basic strategies to try.| HealthyChildren.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) does not recommend that infants wear any jewelry. Suffocation is the leading cause of death for children under a year old and among the top five causes of death for children between the ages of 1 and 4.| HealthyChildren.org
Although toddlers are beginning to develop food preferences, they also can be unpredictable about what they may want for a particular meal on a specific day. Here are some ways to deal with picky eaters.| HealthyChildren.org