Body Mass Index (BMI)
What Is BMI? Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that uses height and
Growth Plates
What Is a Growth Plate? Growth plates are the areas of new bone growth in
Growth Charts
What Are Growth Charts? Kids grow at their own pace. Big, small, tall, short —
Ways to Build Strong Bones
It’s easy to take our bones for granted. After all, they do all their work behind the
Is Your Child Old Enough to Stay Home Alone?
Letting an older child stay home while you run a quick errand or even for
The Dangers of Buying a Trampoline for Your Kids
Home trampolines are popular with children and you often see them in the backyards of many
How to Teach Hand Washing to Preschoolers
“Wash your hands!” It’s a well-worn phrase that parents often say on repeat. Whether your
Elevator and Escalator Hazards for Children
Depending on where your family lives, works, and shops, you may use elevators and escalators
What Is Emotional Child Abuse?
What Is Emotional Child Abuse? Emotional abuse, which is sometimes called psychological abuse, is