Many kids and teens want to try skin care products they hear about from friends, influencers, and celebrities. But young skin often doesn’t need these products, and many aren’t even safe for it. Most ...

If you’re worried about your child’s development and think they might have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it’s important to have a doctor do an evaluation. Kids with ASD need extra help, and new ...

A finger condom (also called a finger cot) is a thin pouch made of a stretchy material like latex. It’s placed over a finger and is often used to help prevent infection. People may use disposable ...

If a parent or sibling goes away for military service (deployment), it's natural to wonder what life will be like for you and your family. Know that there are plenty of ways to stay in touch, help at ...

Gymnastics is a fun, challenging sport and a great way to stay in shape. Whether they're doing a floor routine or taking a turn on the uneven bars, gymnasts should follow these tips to stay safe ...

It’s normal for people to masturbate (touch or rub their own genitals because they like the way it feels). Some people do it to relieve stress or tension. It’s nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed ...

Both the brain and the spinal cord are protected by bone: the brain by the bones of the skull, and the spinal cord by vertebrae, a set of ring-shaped bones. They're both cushioned by layers of ...

Vomiting can be caused by many things, most commonly gastroenteritis (the "stomach flu"). Vomiting (throwing up) can cause kids to lose fluids, salts, and minerals, so it's important to make sure ...

Girls have lots of questions about the body changes of puberty. When will my breasts grow? What's the "normal" age to get your first period? Watch this video and find out!

How Do I Take a Rectal Temperature? The best way to take a temperature in infants and young children is by taking a rectal temperature. Don't worry — it's a simple and safe process.

From your nose to your toes, do you know how the body works? Take these quizzes to find out!

How Does Air Enter the Respiratory System? Air enters the respiratory system through the nose or the mouth. If it goes in the nostrils (also called nares), the air is warmed and humidified. Tiny hairs ...