Health & Parenting Videos

This contagious viral infection is common among school-aged children, but poses little risk in most cases.

After his wife wasn’t well enough to breastfeed after giving birth, this husband found a way to bond with their newborn daughter thanks to a formula-dispensing device.

Your kids are watching you! What habits of yours are they picking up? Should you be mindful of how much time you spend in front of screens or how much junk food you’re snacking on?

A layer of sunscreen is an important line of defense against sunburns. Get to know a few other ways you can protect your kid from harmful UV rays.

A massage can be a great way to bond with your newborn.

Make sure you know how to install your toddler's car seat.

Why is the U.S. maternal death rate higher than most other developed countries? Black women are 3 to 4 times more likely to die from preventable causes.

Several juniors and seniors look back and share what they wish they had known since day one of college.

Is your teen ready for the independence college offers? Do they have the maturity it takes to live on their own freshman year?

Learn a few methods to burp your newborn.

What can you do to calm your child’s anxiety before a trip to the doctor?

Does your child feel under the weather? Try one of these 3 thermometers to figure out if he's running a fever.

Explore all the options to take your toddler's temperature.

Pencils? Check. Folders? Check. School supplies are fun, but before you send your kids off to class, think about putting these not-so-obvious items in their backpack.

Did late-night sleepovers and extra free time throw off your kid's schedule? Make a smooth transition into the new school year with these tips.

Are you sure you’d know when a child was in distress in the water? Here’s how to keep your kids safe while swimming.

How can you set rules and drag your teen away from all those media screens?

Your kid is bound to stir up some fun -- and some dirt at the playground. Plan ahead and pack these three lifesavers.

The opposite of helicopter parenting, this hands-off approach is said to encourage independence and creativity.

What is the truth about TV and electronics for kids? The president of the American Academy of Pediatrics has the answers.

Help your child stop wetting the bed by separating bedwetting facts from fiction.

WebMD discusses ways of effectively dealing with your children when they throw temper tantrums in public.

Should parents help schools decide what to serve students at lunch? First lady Michelle Obama says it's important for parents to take the initiative.

Two WebMD experts talk about the best snacks for growing children to eat.

First lady Michelle Obama shares tips on parenting with moms and other audience members in a WebMD Town Hall meeting in Miami, Fla.