Now that you don’t have to be in a booster seat anymore, there are some things to know about staying safe in cars. There’s also stuff you can do to stay safe when you ride the bus — and get on and off ...

The doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your baby's weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on a growth chart. 2. Ask questions, address any concerns, and offer advice ...

If you just sneezed, something was probably irritating or tickling the inside of your nose. Sneezing, also called sternutation, is your body's way of removing an irritation from your nose. When the ...

Did you know you have more than 600 muscles in your body? They do everything from pumping blood throughout your body to helping you lift your heavy backpack. You control some of your muscles, while ...

Cancer is a scary word. Almost everyone knows someone who got very sick or died from cancer. Most of the time, cancer affects older people. Not many kids get cancer, but when they do, very often it ...

What Is the Digestive System? The digestive system breaks down the food we eat into tiny parts to give us fuel and the nutrients we need to live. As food breaks down, we get amino acids from protein, ...

Occupational therapy (OT) is a branch of health care that helps people of all ages who have physical, sensory, or cognitive problems. OT can help them regain independence in all areas of their lives.

What Is an Umbilical Hernia? An umbilical hernia happens when part of a child's intestines bulges through the abdominal wall inside the belly button. It shows up as a bump under the belly button. The ...

What Are Bones and What Do They Do? Bones provide support for our bodies and help form our shape. Although they're very light, bones are strong enough to support our entire weight. Bones are made up ...

If you decide to have sex, it’s important to know about birth control so you can protect against unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). STDs are infections that can spread can ...

An accident or injury can occur in any part of your home. Some safety hazards are obvious — such as a toy truck left lying at the top of the stairs. Others are not so easily identified — such as a ...

Life has changed now that your baby is here, and you might have lots of questions about what to do. These tips can help first-time parents feel confident about caring for a newborn in no time. An ...