Parents Respond to COVID-19 Vaccine for 5- to 11-year-old Kids
Two days after Kate Hurwitz’s oldest son turned 12, he was vaccinated against COVID-19. And she said upon approval of the vaccine for younger...
Children Ages 5 to 11 Receive COVID-19 Vaccine at Children’s National Hospital
Children's National Hospital on Wednesday, Nov. 3, gave its first round of COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5 to 11 in the Washington, D.C....
Spooked by Sweets?
It’s inevitable if you’re a parent: Costco-sized bags of candy sitting in your house well before Halloween, taunting your kids every time they pass...
Attention Please
At first, I was skeptical. Could prescribed medication really help children diagnosed with ADHD? I became convinced the answer is yes after several years...
Make Mealtime Less Stressful
Parents deal with all sorts of child-related frustrations throughout the day, but frustration at mealtimes can be a whole other level of exasperation.
“It’s easy...
The Best and Worst Foods for Your Child’s Teeth
Here's what they should be eating and drinking instead, plus dental hygiene tips to keep their smiles healthy.
Pediatrician-recommended Tips to Help Your Child Take Medicine
Liquids and pills and tablets, oh my!
Weekend Fun: The Best Family Events Around DC (Aug 13-16)
This weekend enjoy the Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week, online yoga, and Harry Potter screenings.
Talking to children about a serious illness
When a local mom was diagnosed with cancer, she asked the experts for advice on how to tell her kids.
6 Self-Care Apps You Need Right Now
Nowadays, there are hundreds of phone apps available to teach you the basics of self-care. With so much technology at our disposal, it’s hard...