Childhood obesity is a common problem for many children with special needs. Both an unhealthy diet and a lack of exercise contribute to this problem. Parents may be able to change at least one of those unhealthy habits by setting a good example.

Vaccines protect people from diseases. Pregnant women who get vaccinated can pass on that protection to their developing babies. And it seems some of that protection may last even after birth.

Fighting could have much more serious consequences than a trip to the principal's office or a few days of suspension. It actually may affect a teen's intelligence.

You may have heard that "breast is best" when it comes to feeding a baby. The benefits of breastfeeding are significant, but it has not always been clear how they extend to a baby's brain development.

Monsters under the bed may not be what's keeping your kids up at night. The real culprits could be your television and computer.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regularly update the recommendations for children's shots to help parents better understand new vaccinations.   Some parents may be concerned that children receive more vaccines today than they had when the parents were young.

Video games can be great for having fun, and they can even help develop spatial and problem-solving skills. But too much of a good thing might be a problem for some kids.

Asthma is a fairly common respiratory condition for children. But just because someone has asthma as a kid does not necessarily mean they're stuck with the condition for life.

Children love to put things in their mouths, which is a common cause of choking. But food is supposed to go in children's mouths — and food can cause choking too.

When the little ones are intrigued by the TV, their curiosity brings them closer. But when they get too close and a TV falls, it’s a direct ticket to the hospital.