A dash of this and a pinch of that work for cooking, but not medications. But even using teaspoons and tablespoons may not be precise enough for kids' medications.

The safest way for infants to sleep is on their backs on a separate sleeping surface, clear of all blankets, pillows and other objects. Other ways of sleeping can increase the risk of tragedy.

One of the scariest moments for a parent can be seeing their child hit their head, especially if that hit is hard. If they sustain a concussion, it's important to know so that the child gets needed recovery time.

A concussion can be unsettling, especially if the symptoms are severe. But severe symptoms do not necessarily mean a longer recovery.

Most parents using out-of-home childcare are familiar with the list of illnesses that mean they can't bring their child to daycare that day. Yet such lists may be driving up healthcare use.

Walking or riding a bicycle to school is a great way for children to get extra physical activity — but only if it's safe for them to do so.

Electronic cigarettes have grown in popularity over the past several years. But greater popularity and use also mean more opportunities for children to find them.

It seems natural to use the "best" tool for a job. But what if that tool involves extra risks? And what if the risk is to children?

The large amount of antibiotic use in the past several decades has led to a new problem with antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Decreasing antibiotic use is an important step to address the new problem.

A variety of over-the-counter medications are available for pain, including the popular use of acetaminophen (Tylenol). But overuse of these products can be harmful.