Medical Reference Related to Children's Health
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Body Image and Children
A healthy body image is important for a child's physical and emotional development. Learn how to encourage one in your own child and possibly prevent eating disorders in the future.
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Sleep Disorders in Children
WebMD explores common sleep disorders in children.
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Bedwetting in Children
Bedwetting is very common in children. Should you be concerned?
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Meningococcal Vaccine
WebMD's guide to the meningococcal vaccine, who needs it, when it is given, and possible side effects.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in Infants or Children
A look at gastroesophageal reflux disease -- also called GERD -- in infants and children.
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Healthy Eating Habits for Your Child
Learning healthy eating habits at a young age can reap benefits for a lifetime. Here are tips for teaching your kids about nutrition.
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Hair Loss in Children
WebMD looks at the causes and treatment of hair loss in children, including alopecia areata, tinea capitis, and trichotillomania.
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Nursemaid's Elbow
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of nursemaid's elbow, a common injury among toddlers and preschoolers.
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Growing Pains
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of growing pains in children.
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Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
The MMR vaccine is very important for children and some adults who have not yet been exposed or vaccinated. WebMD explains who should get the vaccines and when.
