Lots of kids are interested in going to places like parks or movie theaters with their friends — and without parents. Many kids will be ready to walk to school or go to parks or playgrounds with just ...

Kids really shouldn't have coffee or tea. The main reason is because these drinks often have caffeine (say: KA-feen). Caffeine is an addictive drug, and it can be harmful for kids and teens. Even ...

It depends on what you like to eat! Breakfast is usually the easiest meal to make. Kids as young as 5 or 6 may be able to get themselves a bowl of cold cereal or put cream cheese on a bagel. If you ...

It’s normal for people to masturbate (touch or rub their own genitals because they like the way it feels). Some people do it to relieve stress or tension. It’s nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed ...

Pinworms are tiny worms that can cause an infection in the intestines. Pinworm infections affects millions of people each year, especially school-age kids If your child develops a pinworm infection, ...

Smoking is one of the worst things you can do to your body. Yet every single day, some kids and teens start smoking. Why? There's more than just one answer. Some kids may start smoking just because ...

An exanthem is a rash or eruption on the skin. "Viral" means that the rash or eruption is a symptom of an infection due to a virus. Many of the infections that cause viral exanthems also can cause ...

Many things can lead to hearing loss, but often, no cause is found. Hearing loss is more likely if a child: Some hearing problems come on gradually after birth or show up later in life. If you are ...

Toe walking is when kids walk on the balls of their feet, with their heels off the ground. It’s common in toddlers as they learn to walk. Most children stop toe walking on their own by age 2. Toe ...

We see and hear about hearts everywhere. A long time ago, people even thought that their emotions came from their hearts, maybe because the heart beats faster when a person is scared or excited. Now ...

Vomiting can be caused by many things, most commonly gastroenteritis (the "stomach flu"). Vomiting (throwing up) can cause kids to lose fluids, salts, and minerals, so it's important to make sure ...

Like most parts of the body, breasts can be sore from time to time for a number of reasons. Breast pain is common but rarely serious. Here are some possible causes and tips for how to feel better.