kidshealth library

health & safety topics

Your child's health and safety is our top priority. Please search our resource library for information on health, nutrition, fitness, injury prevention and other important topics.

search by topic

or search alphabetical order

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

clear filters

Medical Care & Your Baby

Orofacial Clefts

A cleft is when tissues of the mouth or lip don't form properly when a baby is developing in the womb. The good news is that orofacial clefts are treatable.

Penile Torsion

Penile torsion is when the skin on a baby’s penis is twisted. Mild penile torsion is common and doesn’t cause any problems.

Postpartum Depression

It's important for new mothers – and those who love them – to understand the symptoms of postpartum depression and reach out to family, friends, and medical professionals for help.

Prenatal Test: Multiple Marker Test

The multiple marker test is a blood test done to screen for neural tube defects and chromosomal disorders.

Prenatal Test: Ultrasound

A prenatal ultrasound is a safe and painless test that shows a baby's shape and position. It can be done in the first, second, or third trimester of pregnancy.

Prenatal Tests: FAQs

Every parent-to-be hopes for a healthy baby, but it can be hard not to worry. Find out what tests can keep you informed of your health — and your baby's — throughout pregnancy.

Prenatal Tests: Second Trimester

Find out what tests may be offered to you during weeks 13 through 26 of pregnancy.

Pyloric Stenosis

Pyloric stenosis can make a baby vomit forcefully and often. It can lead to serious problems like dehydration, and needs medical treatment right away.

Questions to Ask When Your Baby's in the NICU

Having a newborn in the NICU can be a stressful time. Often, parents forget to ask important questions. This list can help you prepare for the next time you talk to your baby's care team.

Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Sometimes when babies are born premature, they have trouble breathing. This can be caused by respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). Learn what RDS is, and how babies can be helped.