University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital

02/01/2026

For children younger than age 4, it’s best to keep these foods off the menu.

As curious young children discover their world, they learn to enjoy new foods and new experiences. But what they put in their mouths can become a choking danger.

02/01/2026

After age 2, children usually switch from toe walking to a heel-to-toe pattern instead. But what if that change doesn’t happen? Pediatrician Dr. Nicole Kaiser explains.

Many children use their tippy toes as they learn to walk. But what if your child continues toe walking?

02/01/2026

As part of learning independence and saying “no,” it’s common for toddlers to resist bedtime or want to draw out the process. Here’s how parents can instill good bedtime habits.

It's not uncommon for toddlers to resist bedtime or draw out the process. Sally Ibrahim, MD, director of Pediatric Sleep Medicine at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, shares some helpful tips on how to avoid bedtime battles with your child.

01/01/2026

Did you know that cell phones carry 10 times more germs than most toilet seats? Here’s how to fend off infection-causing microbes.

31/12/2025

Ninety percent of brain development occurs in the first 5.5 years of life. Learn how you can enhance your child’s brain development and strengthen emotional attachments.

31/12/2025

A worthwhile health goal for 2026: including more plant-based foods in your family’s diet. Here’s how to get started.

Rich in fruits, veggies and healthy proteins, a plant-based diet offers many health benefits for your family.

30/12/2025

Occasional ear infections in kids aren’t usually something to worry about. But, if they become chronic, a quick outpatient procedure can help.

Occasional ear infections in kids aren’t usually something to worry about. But, if they become chronic, a quick outpatient procedure can often help.

30/12/2025

When should a child progress from one type of car seat to another? Here’s a guide for parents.

It can be a challenge for parents to figure out the right time to graduate a child from a rear-facing infant car seat to a forward-facing car seat, then to a booster seat and finally to no child seat at all. Learn when to switch the seat.

29/12/2025

One sick person can infect anywhere from 1 to 18 other people, depending on the illness. Learn how to reduce the spread and severity of measles, flu and RSV.

29/12/2025

Gestational diabetes affects up to 10% of pregnant women. While it can’t be prevented, it can be controlled to keep both mom and baby healthy.

Gestational diabetes affects up to 10 percent of pregnant women. While it can’t be prevented, it can be controlled to keep both mom and baby healthy.

26/12/2025

Carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas produced by many common household appliances, can reach deadly levels in poorly ventilated spaces. Learn how to protect your family from it.

26/12/2025

Many infections can cause a rash that looks like the measles, but they're far less dangerous than the highly contagious virus. Here’s how to tell them apart.