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• Can I Be a Living Organ Donor? What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know

  Living organ donation offers a powerful way to give someone a second chance at life. For parents and caregivers, the decision comes with unique considerations and our experts break down the facts, risks and possibilities so you can make an informed choice.

• When to Worry About RSV: A Parent's Guide to Emergency Signs

  With RSV cases spiking in Chicago, Lurie Children's infectious disease expert explains the emergency signs parents must know and when to go to the ER or call your pediatrician.

• Supporting Siblings of Children with Medical Conditions

  The whole family feels the impact of a medical diagnosis. Certified Child Life Specialist Anna Batz shares guidance on how to support the siblings of children facing serious illness and hospitalization.  

• GLP-1 Medications for Obesity: A Parent's Guide

  Our experts offer a parent's guide to GLP-1 obesity medications for adolescents and teens, which covers FDA-approved options, safety data, side effects, nutrition tips and questions to ask your doctor.

• Understanding Gut Health and Anxiety in Kids

  Discover how stress and anxiety affect your child's stomach and get expert tips on helping kids with IBS, tummy troubles and anxiety-related GI issues.

• How to Raise a Heart-Healthy Child: Tips from Pediatric Cardiologists

  By encouraging your kids to create healthy heart habits, you help set them up for longer, healthier lives. Our pediatric cardiology experts offer tips on how to improve your child's heart health.

• Hepatitis B Vaccine for Children: A Parent's Guide

  Our infectious disease expert answers any questions you may have about hepatitis B and why the childhood vaccination matters to keep you and your family safe and healthy.

   

• Why Kids Should Not Ride E-Scooters

  Are e-scooters safe for your child? Our pediatric expert explains how they pose serious dangers to children and what safety rules every parent must enforce to keep them out of the emergency room.

• Is Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Safe for Kids?

  Learn the critical safety rules for giving children Acetaminophen (Tylenol). We cover how to dose by weight, the safety of Tylenol during pregancy and any other questions you may have.

• Returning to School After a Diabetes Diagnosis

  Returning a child to school after a diabetes diagnosis is a big transition. Our experts offer tips to make the transition safe, stress-free and successful.

• Helping Young Kids Cope with Social Anxiety

  Social anxiety can make some situations feel overwhelming for young kids. Our expert psychologist offers tools and tips for parents to help build their child's cofidence in social situations.

• Choking Risks for Kids

  It's important for parents and caregivers to know the signs of choking and what to do in an emergency. Our expert answers some common questions about choking in children.

• Screen Time Statistics Reveal How Parents Use Screens as Babysitters, Educators, and Entertainment Tools

  To better understand how families are managing the complex digital relationship with screens, we surveyed parents across the U.S. with children aged 13 and under about their kids’ screen time habits.

• Protect Your Family During Tick Season

  Learn essential tips for tick prevention, how to check and safely remove ticks and when to consult your pediatrician for expert guidance.

• Do Babies Dream?

  Do those sleepy smiles mean your newborn is dreaming? Our expert dives into all about babies and dreaming and what to expect when your newborn is sleeping.

• Back-to-School Success Tips for Parents

  Whether you're dreading hectic school-day schedules or excited for kids to be back in the classroom, the transition back to school can be a stressful time for children and parents. Consider some of these tips from our pediatric experts on how parents can best prepare the entire family for school days.