Q: A few weeks ago, my 2-and-a-half-year-old daughter broke two plates in the kitchen (thank God she didn't hurt herself). I remember keeping the plates in the middle of the table, so I asked her how they broke. She said…
Speech and language development is an essential part of child development. The ability to communicate thoughts and ideas effectively as well as understand language enables children to learn and develop positive social relationships.
If you’ve ever been part of a "what-it’s-like-to-be-blind" exercise, chances are you donned a blindfold while walking into a wall, tripping over a chair, and — according to anyone with the actual impairment — gaining no idea of what it’s truly like.
Expert advice on when, why and how to stop your child from sucking his thumb.
"There’s no need to stop gardening," advises Amy Gifford, an education specialist with the National Gardening Association. "I gardened safely during my pregnancy by taking a few simple precautions."
Q: Our second-grader has a crush. He talks about his "girlfriend" all the time, asks to call her and writes notes in class and wants to bring little gifts.....
Here are seven general areas where atypical brain development makes itself known in autistic babies.
Facts on childhood autism in the United States
Both parents and children can benefit from establishing consistent organization, planning and memory skills.
Experts have known that consistent exposure to loud sound, including amplified music, erodes hearing. Tips on how to prevent hearing loss.
It seems like only yesterday that proud high school graduate was a helpless newborn. Now that baby is about to step away from the family and build an independent life.
Get your kids to clear the clutter for good, with expert tips and great advice from Moms who've been there.
Back to school snacks for kids.
Healthy snacks for kids.
A comprehensive list of strategies to help young athletes avoid injuries, stay healthy and active on the field.
Information on asthma symptoms during pregnancy, how they affect you and your baby, how to identify symptoms, and how to control and take care of yourself.
Local swim experts weigh in on infant swimming and share their programming and thoughts on water safety for infants.
Water is an important key to your child's health. Find out why and tips on how to keep kids hydrated all summer long.
Some questions to ask yourself and cell phone carriers about parental controls, cell phone safety and the capabilities and functions, before signing up your child for his/her own phone.
Help kids avoid becoming the victim of bullying with these smart safety tips.
Our expert Doctor on call details how to determine when to call the doctor in the middle of the night.
Tips on how to know when the right time is to get your child involved in youth sports.
A sports psychologist helps parents learn what is best to say to kids before and after games, on the drive to and from the field or arena.
Tips on sports talk do's and dont's on the drive to and from the game
Concussions are a serious danger to your young athlete. Find out what to look for, how to avoid them and how to treat them right away.
Charlotte-area doctors, dentists, chiropractors & therapists.
