Family health

What New Parents Need to Know about Chickenpox

What New Parents Need to Know about Chickenpox

Learn how to both treat and prevent this itchy issue.

Risa Kerslake

5 Best Pressure Points for Constipation

5 Best Pressure Points for Constipation

Amanda Lauren

How to Avoid Bed Bugs: Prevention Strategies and Tips

How to Avoid Bed Bugs: Prevention Strategies and Tips

We chatted with two pest control experts and a pediatrician to share tips on avoiding bed bugs and some treatment strategies to remember.

Courtney Leiva

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs: Elimination and Prevention Tips

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs: Elimination and Prevention Tips

How to get rid of bed bugs, what to look for as signs of an infestation and what to anticipate before and after the exterminator arrives on the scene

Courtney Leiva

Protecting Your Family: Recognizing the Signs of Bed Bugs

Protecting Your Family: Recognizing the Signs of Bed Bugs

Key indicators to watch out for—from the bed bug bites they leave behind to the dark spots in your house where they like to hide.

Courtney Leiva

Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation? What You Should Know

Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation? What You Should Know

Taking antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection can sometimes do a number on the gut. Here’s how to keep things moving right along

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

When is Constipation an Emergency in Babies and Children?

When is Constipation an Emergency in Babies and Children?

No parent wants to see their kiddo be uncomfortable from constipation. But when is it a sign of something serious—or even an emergency?

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Can Stress Cause Constipation? Yes, in Both Adults and Children

Can Stress Cause Constipation? Yes, in Both Adults and Children

Could stress be causing your constipation or is it something else? Here's what one expert has to say.

Amanda Lauren

What is Rotavirus: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

What is Rotavirus: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

Rotavirus is a common, but preventable childhood illness that causes diarrhea and vomiting. Learn the signs and how to keep your child healthy.

Risa Kerslake

Does Peanut Butter Cause Constipation? Experts Explain

Does Peanut Butter Cause Constipation? Experts Explain

Feeling constipated? Read this before you grab a spoon or make a peanut butter sandwich.

Amanda Lauren

Can Constipation Cause Back Pain? Experts Weigh In

Can Constipation Cause Back Pain? Experts Weigh In

Constipation can be frustrating, but could it be causing your back pain? Here is what you need to know according to medical professionals.

Amanda Lauren

How Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Can Impact Children

How Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Can Impact Children

Everything you need to know about risk factors, prevention and what to do if you suspect your child has noise-induced hearing loss.

Lindsay Karp

OPINION: What’s the Biggest Risk for Uncircumcised Boys?

OPINION: What’s the Biggest Risk for Uncircumcised Boys?

This article is an opinion piece that doesn't necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Today's Parent editorial board. We pride ourselves on presenting a range of topics and opinions.

Georganne Chapin

Will monkeypox derail the school year? We asked the experts

Will monkeypox derail the school year? We asked the experts

It shouldn’t keep parents up at night this back-to-school season, but it’s important to know the symptoms of monkeypox in kids and be mindful of the risks.

Delaney Seiferling

What every parent needs to know about pinworms

What every parent needs to know about pinworms

Pinworms are nothing to get bummed out about—they’re surprisingly common. Learn about what causes pinworms and how you can treat them.

Jennifer Goldberg

Why moms are the perfect target for anti-vax influencers

Why moms are the perfect target for anti-vax influencers

Moms may have a bad rap for spreading vaccine misinformation, but a new study says they’re being manipulated by influencers.

Vanessa Milne

What doctors want parents to know about COVID right now

What doctors want parents to know about COVID right now

Erin Pepler

6 things you can do today to protect your kids from Omicron

6 things you can do today to protect your kids from Omicron

If this variant has left you feeling overwhelmed, take these steps to help protect children from Omicron and ride out this wave safely.

Erin Pepler

Can air purifiers really reduce your COVID risk?

Can air purifiers really reduce your COVID risk?

Air purifiers can add another layer of protection from COVID indoors, along with masking, gathering outdoors when possible and reducing contacts.

Claire Gagne, Chatelaine

What parents need to know about COVID-19 rapid testing

What parents need to know about COVID-19 rapid testing

Bonnie Schiedel