Three-quarters of parents don’t plan to vaccinate their kids against COVID-19 when the FDA gives the go-ahead for younger children, according to a new survey.

Most experts recommend against adopting a strict infant feeding schedule, and with good reason. Babies are better off when they are fed on cue.

A new study of baby's meconium (what the fetus ingests and excretes while in the womb) may show the child's risk of developing allergies by the age of 1.

At least one child has been killed and others have been injured beneath the machines, as have some pets, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said. The commission considers the product “a serious risk to children for abrasions, fractures and death.”

Bedwetting isn't caused by laziness. It doesn't indicate that a child has emotional or behavioral problems. Parenting Science busts these and other myths.

Depression and other mental health issues during pregnancy can affect mother-infant bonding and the child's health over time.

Research conducted mainly with boys might not apply to girls, a new study suggests.

Despite the lack of clinical trial data, more and more smaller studies are suggesting that the vaccines are safe for both mother and child.

Users with small children and pets should stop using Peloton Tread+ exercise machines immediately, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

What can you do if your partner or ex-partner is narcissistic? Find out how to tell if someone is a narcissist, what to do, what not to do, and how to protect your child.

A new study provides another reason to avoid corporal punishment: Spanking may cause changes in the same areas of a child’s brain affected by more severe physical and sexual abuse.

Does your mother still try to control your life even though you have your own home, career, and kids? Controlling moms may fear letting go because they worry about you. Learn how to set boundaries, engage in respectful discussions, and learn when to let some...

Children who have a sudden lowering of their resting heart rate as they move into young adulthood may be at increased risk for heart disease later in life, researchers report.

Before signing up, parents should ask about the time commitment, trial leaders say, including the number of visits, the follow-up period, and other details. Parents will be expected to record detailed information, such as whether children have side effects such as...

Millions of children have ADHD, but faulty ideas about the disorder are widespread. Here’s what some parents of kids with ADHD want you to know.

Not every parent-child relationship is healthy. If you have a toxic parent it can be hard to shed the child role and look after yourself. Learn how to spot toxic parental behavior, lose guilt, set boundaries, and practice self-care.

Can your child use certain ADHD traits to their advantage? Find out how focusing on the positives can help kids with ADHD build confidence and overcome obstacles.

What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? How is it diagnosed, and why is diagnosis on the rise? An evidence-based guide to ADHD in children.

Research finds that these young patients often develop neurologic symptoms along with the respiratory issues they might face.

A new dietary analysis finds that no matter where people get their food, bad nutrition rules the day, with one key exception: schools.

Even as an adult, the death of a parent is devastating. These strategies can help you learn about and manage your grief.

When your child has ADHD, constant criticism and negative feedback on their behavior can lead to low self-esteem. But there are things parents can do to boost it.

Americans under age 65 account for about 1 in 5 COVID deaths. Of those, as many as 15% involve someone in their 40s and 3% someone in their 40s.