No Tricks, Just Treats
Halloween candy by the bagful abounds on supermarket shelves at this time of year. While kids love the abundance of sweets, parents concerned about their kids’ candy intake…
Health
Benefits of Prescribed ADHD Medications for Children
At first, I was skeptical. Could prescribed medication really help children diagnosed with ADHD? I became convinced the answer is yes after several years of working as a counselor. I witnessed…
Should Your Kids Go Gluten-Free?
A gluten-free lifestyle is all the hype now, but is it the right choice for your family? MetroKids posed that question to local nutritionists, who told us that cutting gluten…
Pacify Offers Free Virtual Lactation Services in Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is extending their partnership with Pacify, a company that offers telehealth infant feeding support. They will continue to provide free maternal health services to…
Family-Friendly Hiking Trails
Given the still-uncertain conditions as the pandemic lingers, spending time outdoors is a great idea for families. Many people have taken up walking, and a hike is a fun way…
Camden City School District Hosts Vaccine Clinics
The Camden City School District is hosting COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the upcoming days for students, their families and city residents and workers. The clinics will be held at multiple Camden,…
Is Your Child a Picky Eater? Try This (Food)
Your child is a picky eater. It’s a common dilemma for parents. Here are five methods you can use to try to remedy that, according to Philadelphia-based nutritionists Beth Auguste…
CHOP Announces Healthier Together Grant Winners
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia recently announced its first winners of Healthier Together Grants, which will fund local programs that address family food insecurity. "We know that a child's health…
Spotting a Speech Disorder in Children
When my son was a toddler, he couldn’t pronounce the letter “R.” Words like “river” were “wivuh” and “crab” became “cwab.” At the time, I thought these speech errors only…
Top Sunscreens For Kids
Sunscreen is a year-round necessity to prevent skin damage and skin cancer, but it’s especially important during the summer, when UV rays are the strongest. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends that all…
Child Car Seat Safety Tips
Installing and using a child’s car seat might seem straightforward, but you would be surprised how often car seat checkup events can prove otherwise. Some child seat misuse factors…
CHOP ranks as nation's second-best children's hospital
For the past 15 years, parents have turned to U.S. News & World Report’s national rankings of children’s hospitals when searching for specialized pediatric care. To help parents find…
5 Summer Health and Safety Myths Debunked
In addition to the likely continued threat of COVID-19 this summer, families will still have to deal with the season’s typical health and safety concerns, from bee stings to sun…
EPA Mid-Atlantic Recognizes CHOP Asthma Program
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Mid-Atlantic Region selected the Community Asthma Prevention Plus Program (CAPP+) at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) as its first-ever Asthma Community Champion.…
Philly HopeLine Provides Free Mental Health Services
The Philly HopeLine is a critical resource for local students and caregivers to know about this Mental Health Awareness Month. The free and confidential helpline was launched last May by…
Pennsylvania Cancels Standardized Tests
Get the latest on how coronavirus is impacting education in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware schools
Viruses Live on Doorknobs and Phones and Can Get You Sick; Smart Cleaning and Good Habits Can Help Protect You
Good cleaning practices and sanitation tips.
Coronavirus Mild in Most Children, but Infants, Younger Ones More at Risk
A study released Monday showed children in China had less serious symptoms, but infants were hit harder.
4 Ways to Help Kids Relax as the Coronavirus Upends Everyday Life
A help guide on stress relievers for children and adults during the coronavirus pandemic
How to Talk to Kids About Coronavirus
The COVID-19 outbreak can be difficult to discuss with kids. Here are tips on how to handle the subject.
Coronavirus, kids and school closings: A public health expert answers 4 questions
If kids don't seem to get very sick from coronavirus, why has Montgomery County closed its schools for two weeks?
Stop using food to reward and punish your kids
Rewarding and comforting kids with food can lead to overeating when they are not hungry.
What’s Your Camp’s Vaccination Policy?
Last year’s measles outbreaks in the U.S. led summer camps to review their rules about vaccines and immunizations.
Do I have to wear a jacket when it's cold outside?
Mom's right: Put on a coat or you'll catch a cold. Or at least be more susceptible to one.