Health & Parenting Videos
Surgeon General's Advisory on Teens and Social Media
- The Effects of Early Puberty
Parents, do you spot early signs like breast development or hair growth? You should see a pediatric endocrinologist to discuss if treatment is needed.
- Healthy Habits for Kids With CPP
Early puberty can be confusing and embarrassing, so it’s important the child has things like emotional support and age-appropriate activities.
- Five Keys to Resolving Conflict in the Family Unit
WebMD's Chief Medical Officer, John Whyte, MD, speaks with Charles Sophy, FACN, Psychiatrist and Author, about his new book and five key areas that can help strengthen your family dynamics.
- Advances in Pausing Early Puberty or CPP
Medications for CPP aim to suppress early signs of sexual development. What kinds will your child’s doctor recommend?
- What's Central Precocious Puberty?
Puberty typically starts between ages 8 and 14. But what if your child shows signs before then?
- The Truth About Breastfeeding
Are you up to date on the latest about breastfeeding your baby? Here are some things you should know.
- A Halloween Safety Guide for Parents
Ghosts and ghouls might rouse a little fear inside us, but preventable accidents are the scariest part of Halloween. Take these precautions before you hit the trick-or-treat trail.
- Buddy Benches: A New Way for Kids to Practice Kindness
What are buddy benches, and how does this concept create a more inclusive environment at schools?
- Mom and Dad’s Invention Helps Toddler With Spina Bifida Crawl
These parents came up with a life-changing invention to help their son with a spinal defect become more mobile.
- Germs That Can Lurk in Your Pool
Swimming pools can harbor bacteria even after you treat water with chlorine. Before you dive in, here’s what you need to know.
- A Doll Like Me
A doll maker shares what led her to create dolls that represent all shapes and sizes.
- Preemie Grows Up to Work in Her Birth Hospital's NICU
Tammy Lewis was born 3 1/2 months early and faced a 5%-10% chance of survival. 30 years later, she now works in the same hospital she was delivered in.
- Fifth Disease Symptoms
This contagious viral infection is common among school-aged children, but poses little risk in most cases.
- Guided Mindfulness for Parents and Kids
Yoga brings together your mind, body, and spirit. Practice moves like downward dog and child’s pose with the whole family.
- Dad Explains Why He ‘Breastfed’ His Newborn
After his wife wasn’t well enough to breastfeed after giving birth, this husband found a way to bond with their newborn daughter thanks to a formula-dispensing device.
- How to Be a Better Role Model for Your Kids
Your kids are watching you! What habits of yours are they picking up? Should you be mindful of how much time you spend in front of screens or how much junk food you’re snacking on?
- How to Put Sunscreen on Your Child
A layer of sunscreen is an important line of defense against sunburns. Get to know a few other ways you can protect your kid from harmful UV rays.
- 3 Small Steps: Eat Healthier as a Family
Pick healthier choices and spend quality family time together. Here’s a simple plan to gather around the kitchen table more often.
- 3 Small Steps: Help Teens Sleep Better
Teens need more sleep than adults, roughly 9 hours. How can you help them bag those extra ZZZs?
- 3 Small Steps: Cut Back on Your Family’s Screen Time
We could all spend a little less time on our phones. Here’s how to cut back and reconnect as a family.
- How to Give Your Baby a Massage
A massage can be a great way to bond with your newborn.
- How to Install a Toddler’s Car Seat
Make sure you know how to install your toddler's car seat.
- When A Mother Dies
Why is the U.S. maternal death rate higher than most other developed countries? Black women are 3 to 4 times more likely to die from preventable causes.
- How to Burp Your Baby
Learn a few methods to burp your newborn.
- Excuse: I Don’t Have Time to Cook
It takes a lot of time to make every meal and snack yourself, but we offer a few ways to make cooking at home fit into your busy schedule.
- Excuse: My Kids Don’t Have Time to Exercise
Between sleep, school, and homework, there’s not much time left for exercise. Try one of these ideas to squeeze in 30 minutes each day.
- Excuse: Kids Can Catch Up on Sleep Later
Can you and your kids make up for lost sleep? Catch up on these tips for better rest every night.
- Excuse: My Kids Are Picky Eaters
Dig in to a few tips that will outsmart choosy taste buds!
- Excuse: Eating Healthy Is Expensive
Check out a few tricks to keep your grocery bill down, without sacrificing nutrition.
- Family Makeover: Bedtime
Is your family's bedtime a little more restless than you'd like? Try these 5 tips to help your whole household rest easier.
- Makeover: Up With Downtime
Free time with the family? Don’t waste it sitting on the couch. Get everyone up and moving!
- Is It Normal to for Kids to Hate Exercise?
Can't get your kids off the couch? It happens. But you can help them learn that choosing to move feels great.
- Family Makeover: Everyday Moves
Try these ideas to get your family up and active any time.
- Keep Your Child’s Weight Down
Need advice on how to help your child manage his or her weight? Ask child obesity expert, Dr. David Ludwig.
- Kids Not Sleepy at Bedtime -- Is That Normal?
How often do you hear "but I’m not tired?" Here’s how to get them to wind down on time.
- Makeover: Get Energized!
Coffee and sugar send you crashing down? Three better ways to feel more energized -- fast.
- What Choices Did You Make?
The choices you make all day really add up. What if you could rewind your day and make them healthier?
- Makeover: Help Your Family Relax
Can't wait for vacation? Try three easy ways to relax and unwind with your family on even your busiest day.
- Makeover: Stress Relief for Real Life
Try these three tricks to beat stress in your family's life.
- Is It Normal for Kids to Be So Stressed?
Maybe you can’t keep their lives stress-free. But you can help them learn healthy ways to handle it.
- Makeover: Happier Birthday Parties
Who said sugar and soda are what make a birthday happy? Put a healthy, fun twist on your kids’ celebrations.
- Makeover: Skip the Screen
Could your family cut out screen time for just one night per week? Your step-by-step guide to a digital detox.
- Fun Family Activities to Stay In Motion
What's the best way to get your family up and moving? We offer up a few ideas to kick-start a healthy routine.
- Fun Exercise Ideas for You and Your Child
Can't get your kids off the couch? It happens. But you can help them learn that choosing to move feels great.
- Master Your Mood
Sometimes your mood will get the best of you. What matters is how you handle it.
- Solve Bedtime Battles
Learn expert tips on how to get your child to sleep.
- Healthy Rewards
Child psychologist Madeline Levine, Ph.D., discusses the importance of setting healthy rewards for your child early in life.
- How to Handle Meltdowns
What are some proven techniques to help handle your child’s temper tantrums?