Doctors always recommend breastfeeding up to the age of six months, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to accomplish. In fact, getting a ... Read More
Parenting
The Scary Link Between Screen Time and Kids’ Heart Problems
When parents worry about their children’s screen habits, they often think about eye strain, posture, or attention spans. But a growing body ... Read More
The Vaccine Talk: What Parents Need to Know
Black Health Experts and the Black Community Come Together for Truth, Trust, and Action In a time when vaccine misinformation is ... Read More
5 Effective Ways To Keep School Germs At A Minimum
As many children get ready to return to school, they are experiencing a variety of exciting changes. While change can be beneficial, the ... Read More
Medicaid on the Line: Why Parents Are Rushing to Vaccinate Their Children
For two decades, Washington, D.C., pediatrician Lanre Falusi has counseled parents about vaccine safety, side effects, and timing. But this ... Read More
Top 10 Baby Must-Haves That Will Actually Make Your Life Easier
That’s why Consumer Reports launched Top Picks for Baby—a curated guide to the safest, most reliable baby products on the market ... Read More
5 Beach Safety Tips For Kids
Every summer, people pack their bathing suits, sunscreen, flip-flops, and a good book for a trip to the beach. However, swimming in the ... Read More
What This Grieving Mother Wants Every Parent to Know About Gun Safety
Death at the hands of gun violence has become a devastating reality for many. According to Johns Hopkins, injuries from guns were the ... Read More
The Safe Sleep Checklist: Keeping our Babies Safe at Night
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a sad and inexplicable occurrence that results in the sudden and unexpected death of otherwise ... Read More
Kids Can Have Sleeping Problems, Too! What You Might be Missing
According to a recent study, almost 44 percent of Black Americans report having trouble sleeping. In comparison, only about 30 percent of ... Read More
6 Parenting Tips for Children With Down Syndrome
Raising a child with Down syndrome can be an incredibly rewarding experience - but not without its challenges! Some parents are simply ... Read More
10 Natural Laxatives for Your Stopped-up Toddler
The old saying may be that “Everybody poops” but sometimes, toddlers don’t have it that easy. Several issues can lead to your toddler being ... Read More