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Communication and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD In these months, your baby might say "mama" or "dada" for the first time, and may communicate using body language, like waving bye-bye and shaking their head. Your baby is paying even more attention to your words and ...
Communication and Your 1- to 2-Year-Old
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD Language development starts to take off during this time, especially as children near their second birthday. Kids this age are better able to understand what is said to them and express what they want through words an...
Communication and Your 2- to 3-Year-Old
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD Communicating with our kids is one of the most pleasurable and rewarding parts of parenting. Children learn by taking in information through daily interactions with us and the world around them. How Toddlers Communica...
Communication and Your 4- to 5-Year-Old
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD Communicating with our kids is one of the most pleasurable and rewarding parts of parenting. Children learn by taking in information through daily interactions and experiences with us and the world around them. Betwee...
Communication and Your 6- to 12-Year-Old
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD As kids enter their school years, they become increasingly independent, spending much of their days outside the home in school and with peers. But talking with your child is still essential to bonding, so share ideas, ...
Communication and Your 13- to 18-Year-Old
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin During this period, teens spend much of the day outside the home — at school or at after-school activities or jobs and with their friends. But it's important to try to talk with your teen every day to share opinions, ideas...
Delayed Speech or Language Development
Medically reviewed by: Julia K. Hartnett, MS, CCC-SLP As with other skills and milestones, the age at which kids learn language and start talking can vary. Knowing a bit about speech and language development can help parents figure out if there's cause for co...
Does My Toddler Have a Language Delay?
Medically reviewed by: Julia K. Hartnett, MS, CCC-SLP My 2½-year-old daughter seems to talk less than her sister did at this age. I know that kids develop language skills at different times, but I'm still concerned. What's "normal" for her age?– Nina As you ...
Hearing Aids
Medically reviewed by: Danielle Inverso, AuD, PhD What Are Hearing Aids? Hearing aids are the main treatment for a type of hearing loss called sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). This hearing loss happens when the inner ear (cochlea) or hearing nerves are dam...
Hearing Loss
Medically reviewed by: Danielle Inverso, AuD, PhD What Is Hearing Loss? Kids who have hearing loss, or hearing impairment, have trouble hearing or understanding some or all sounds. This can happen when there is a problem with: one or more parts of the ear...
I Think My Child Might Have Autism. What Should I Do?
Medically reviewed by: Leslie A. Gavin, Phd 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 screening tools hav...
Managing Your Toddler's Behavior (Video)
Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts Toddlers learn new skills and test boundaries every day. This can make for some trying moments. Learn how to encourage good behavior, handle tantrums, and keep your cool.
Breastfeeding FAQs: Getting Started
Medically reviewed by: Jamila H. Richardson, BSN, RN, IBCLC and Kristen Littleton, IBCLC Breastfeeding is natural, but it takes practice to get it right. Here's what you need to know about getting started. When Will My Milk Come In? For the first few days a...
Breastfeeding FAQs: How Much and How Often
Medically reviewed by: Kristen Littleton, IBCLC and Jamila H. Richardson, BSN, RN, IBCLC Breastfeeding is a natural thing to do, but it still comes with its fair share of questions. Here's what you need to know about how often and how long to breastfeed your ...
Breastfeeding FAQs: Out and About
Medically reviewed by: Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph, MD Some new moms might feel a little nervous about nursing in public. But with some practice, you can feel confident about breastfeeding when you’re out and about. How can I be discreet when nursing in public? ...
Breastfeeding FAQs: Pain and Discomfort
Medically reviewed by: Kristen Littleton, IBCLC Breastfeeding is natural, but it takes practice to get it right. Here's how to handle pain and discomfort during nursing. Is It Normal to Have Cramps While Breastfeeding? Yes. During the first few days to week...
Breastfeeding FAQs: Pumping
Medically reviewed by: Kristen Littleton, IBCLC Many breastfeeding moms pump their breast milk to give to their baby when they are away. Here’s some information about pumps and when and how to pump safely. What Type of Pump Do I Need? That really depends on...
Breastfeeding FAQs: Safely Storing Breast Milk
en español: Preguntas más frecuentes sobre la lactancia materna: Conservación segura de la leche materna Article: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/breastfeed-storing.html Medically reviewed by: Kristen Littleton, IBCLC and Jamila H. Richardson, BSN, RN, IB...
Breastfeeding FAQs: Sleep — Yours and Your Baby's
en español: Preguntas más frecuentes sobre la lactancia materna: El sueño suyo y el de su bebé Article: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/breastfeed-sleep.html Medically reviewed by: Jamila H. Richardson, BSN, RN, IBCLC Breastfeeding is a natural thing t...
Breastfeeding FAQs: Solids and Supplementing
en español: Preguntas más frecuentes sobre la lactancia materna: Sólidos y biberones suplementarios Article: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/breastfeed-solids.html Medically reviewed by: Jamila H. Richardson, BSN, RN, IBCLC Breastfeeding is a natural th...