A stay in a hospital is not an experience that anyone really wants, and it can be even more challenging for a child. A child life specialist can help make a child's hospital stay easier and less stressful. But what exactly...
The brain and the gut are intricately connected--when we feel anxious or excited, we sometimes describe the feeling as "butterflies in the stomach." For younger children who may not be as well-versed in describing their...
Today, most children and teens have access to a digital device of some kind. The older a child is, the more access they gain. Many kids use social media to make friends, connect with the world, socialize, become part of a...
Parents work hard to protect their children from trauma. Still, it can occur at any point during the childhood years. Once a child experiences trauma, it’s important to help them navigate it. What is the best way to help kids...
As a parent or guardian, talking to your teenager about sex and topics related to sex can be daunting. Technology has...
Being a good citizen is a concept with no true definition. If you ask individuals what being a good citizen means to...
What is puberty? Puberty refers to the hormonally driven process that allows a person to transition from sexual...
What is scoliosis? Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. While it is common to have a small curve of the spine, larger...
Anxiety is not always a bad thing. In fact, anxiety can be very helpful in preparing your body to fight or flee when...
Fall is a season busy with the return to school, a few three-day weekends, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah...
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...
Excess weight and obesity currently affect approximately 40 percent of Rhode Island children and teenagers. Children who...