First Aid and More

• What to Do About Choking

  Choking can be a life-threatening emergency. Follow these steps if your child is choking.

• What to Do About Constipation

  Constipation is when a child has fewer bowel movements than usual. Ease constipation with the three Fs: fluid, fiber, and fitness.

• What to Do About Croup

  Croup is a viral infection that causes a telltake “barking” cough. Find out what to do if your child has croup and when to call the doctor.

• What to Do About Cuts

  Most cuts can be safely treated at home. But deeper cuts – or any wounds that won’t stop bleeding – need emergency medical treatment.

• What to Do About Dehydration

  Kids can become dehydrated when their bodies lose very large amounts of fluids. It’s important to replace fluids as quickly as possible. Here’s how.

• What to Do About Diarrhea

  Diarrhea is common and usually not a sign of something serious. Find out what to do if your child has diarrhea.

• What to Do About Fainting

  Fainting is a loss of consciousness that can be caused by many things. Here’s what to do if your child faints or is about to faint.

• What to Do About Frostbite

  Exposure to extreme cold can cause frostbite, a serious condition that requires emergency care. Here’s what to do if your child has frostbite.

• What to Do About Headaches

  Headaches are rarely a sign of something serious. Here’s what to do if your child has a headache.

• What to Do About Nausea

  Nausea or feeling sick to the stomach often happens before kids throw up (vomit). It’s rarely serious. Learn how to treat nausea in children.