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DAY CAMP DECISIONS

Is your child ready? Which camp is right? How do you prepare? Advice for parents of young first-time day campers.

By Deb Dellapena

Start Early with Bike Helmets

As soon as children begin riding a tricycle, parents should buy them a bicycle helmet to prevent head injuries.

By Mark Lauterbach

Autism Cases Are Up 78% since 2007

The CDC says an estimated 1 in 88 children have autism spectrum disorders, which are nearly five times more common among boys.

Momsomnia: Reclaim Your Rest

Nearly half of U.S. women report tiredness that interferes with daily life. Here's what you can do about it.

By Malia Jacobson

Camps Nourish Healthy Habits

Exercise, nutritious meals and outdoor fun are just the start of positive practices.

By Ellen Warren

Why Are Wisdom Teeth a Pain?

Despite their name, it's often smart to remove these back-of-the-mouth molars.

By Kristen J. Gough

Black History: Segregation and Little-Known Inventors

Two fascinating books chronicle Jim Crow segregation and modern African-American achievers, as told by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

By Frank Lipsius

Restrooms: Ready To Go It Alone?

If you’re unsure about your child’s restroom readiness, here are some factors to consider.

By Suzanne Koup-Larsen

MetroKids Super Camp Fair Photos

Photo gallery of the Jan. 29 fair in Conshohocken, PA. Hundreds of parents and prospective campers met with representatives from more than 60 camps and programs.

New Autism Label Would Eliminate Asperger Syndrome and PDD-NOS

A single diagnosis — autism spectrum disorder — would incorporate all categories. Fewer individuals may qualify.

By Ann L. Rappoport, PhD