What parents should know to support their child’s mental health and emotional well-being
By Meghan L. Marsac University of Kentucky All children experience a range of feelings that can sometimes change quickly. It…
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Welcoming a baby is an exciting time, but postpartum mental health can be tough for many new moms
By Dr. Brittney Gray University of Kentucky Bringing a baby into the world is often portrayed as one of life’s…
Parenting comes with a lot of stress, especially during the holidays; don’t be afraid to seek help
By Dr. Caitlin Allen University of Kentucky Are you a parent feeling stressed out? You’re not alone. Parenting can be…
The treatment and prevention of childhood obesity starts at home; here’s what parents should know
By Dr. Samir Softic and Dr. Aurelia Radulescu University of Kentucky In the United States, one in five children are…
Are all those activities creating balance or burnout? How busy schedules are impacting kids
By Dr. Angela Houchin University of Kentucky Your child has dance class on Monday, soccer on Tuesday, scouts on Wednesday……
June is CPR and AED awareness month; learning child, infant-specific CPR could help save a life
By Dr. Callie L. Rzasa University of Kentucky More than 23,000 children suffer an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest annually. While the…
Routine checkups with your child’s pediatrician are key to ensuring health and happiness as they grow
Dr. LaTawnya Pleasant University of Kentucky In the journey of parenthood, an essential step toward ensuring the health and happiness…
So-called ‘toddler formulas’ provide no nutritional benefit for the great majority of children
Dr. George J. Fuchs III University of Kentucky A recent report released by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as…
With high school athletics in full swing, here’s what to know about the heart health of your young athlete
By Dr. Shaun Mohan University of Kentucky We often think of athletes, particularly young athletes, as the picture of perfect…
Dealing with an upset toddler is stressful for parents, here are some tips to help tame those trantrums
By Dr. Angela Houchin University of Kentucky There’s nothing quite like a toddler’s temper tantrum. While tantrums are a normal…
New mobile clinic rolls across state to deliver children’s services to underserved areas
By Hilary Brown University of Kentucky Far too often, children and teens can’t get to Lexington to get the specialized…
Kentucky Children’s Hospital, Cincinnati Children’s celebrate five years of helping kids’ hearts
By Hilary Brown University of Kentucky Every six months, Faye DeMastes undergoes a routine echocardiogram. Her heart is strong, says…
Statewide medicine storage campaign aims to reduce accidental poisoning among Kentucky kids
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Small children are landing in the hospital because of accidental poisoning from ingesting medication…
The return to school can be a stressful time for kids, here are some tips to help them cope with the change
By Dr. Amy Lynn Meadows University of Kentucky Kids have coped with a lot of change over the past several…
With melatonin overdoses among children on rise, parents should understand the risks and red flags
Amanda Turner University of Kentucky Sleep plays a big role in your child’s physical and mental well-being. If your kid…
With COVID vaccines now available to children under five, some tips to comfort kids during vaccinations
By Dr. Lindsay Ragsdale Kentucky Children’s Hospital For people with children under the age of five, you may be now…
Region’s hospital emergency rooms are dealing with an influx of teens seeking mental health treatment
By Corrine Boyer Ohio Valley ReSource It’s not uncommon for kids to show up to Marietta Memorial Hospital’s emergency room…
Do you suspect a child has been the victim of abuse? Here are some rules to follow if you see red flags
Christina Howard UK Healthcare Kids are kids, sometimes they play in ways that result in minor cuts, scrapes and bruises….
FDA issues warning about certain contaminated infant formulas — what to do if you purchased one
By George Fuchs, MD Kentucky Children’s Hospital The FDA recently announced that certain infant formulas may potentially be contaminated with…
NKY students among leaders of University of Kentucky’s philanthropic effort for kids — DanceBlue
If you live in Kentucky, chances are you’ve heard of DanceBlue, a year-long effort of fundraising events that culminates in…
Surgeon general sounds alarm about youth mental health; hospital leader says crisis also exists in Ky.
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has issued his second health advisory, this one saying…
Jennifer Guiliams: Shots can be frightening for kids, ease your child’s mind with these vaccination tips
Getting a shot can be scary for a child. When children feel scared, they may act differently from how they…
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