Going back to school is a time filled with emotions for children – excitement and curiosity, but also nerves and anxiety. For students, feeling anxious when returning to school is normal. But for some children that anxiety...
Every June, the LGTBQ+ community and allies celebrate Pride month, which recognizes the Stonewall Riots of 1968, the progress that has been made since then and the work that is still to be done in achieving equality. This...
What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic (long lasting) lung condition. It involves increased mucus and swelling that causes inflammation and narrowing in the airways. This results in difficulty breathing and can often interfere...
This week marks the 30th annual World Breastfeeding Week, which is now celebrated in 120 countries. It’s the ideal time to highlight the importance of breastfeeding for moms and babies right here in Rhode Island. What are the...
Recent news stories have reported on a virus that is causing severe liver damage, or hepatitis, in children. The first...
School shootings and gun violence have become a horrible reality in our country. The latest in Uvalde, Texas is another...
Your skin is much more than what people see. The skin is a whole system that acts as a barrier to protect the inside of...
Summer is upon us, meaning one thing: school is out! Summer vacation offers children a time to relax and recharge after...
Parents often ask me, “What can my baby see?” or “Is my baby meeting visual milestones?” These are good questions, and...
Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, occur when blood vessels located in your nose become injured or damaged. The nose...
Parents, caregivers and teachers serve as role models for children. This is especially true when it comes to managing...
Ear infections and ear fluid are the most common illnesses in childhood other than colds. If your child has ever had an...
Do you like the feeling of someone giving you a big, tight hug or being wrapped up tightly with blankets at night? If so...
We know kids should read. What about listening? The benefits of reading to children are well established. When we read...
Obesity is a complex medical disease that currently affects approximately 25 percent of Rhode Island teenagers. In fact...
