Learn about the possible causes of colic and ways to treat it. Colic, though upsetting for you and your baby, often goes away by three or four months of age.
Discusses pain management for common childhood pain and injuries such as ear infections, colic, and injections.
Learn about newborn nutrition, routine care and everyday health issues as well as some common physical and emotional adjustments to life after pregnancy.
Your baby will go through many changes in their first year of life. Find out how their nutrition needs change and how you can support their physical development, communication and transition to other caregivers.
Learn how prebiotics and probiotics help keep your gut healthy and which foods are good sources.
Learn about infantile spasms, a type of epilepsy. Learn how infantile spasms are diagnosed and treated, and who can help you and your baby.
There are many reasons a child may need to go to the Emergency Department. This page highlights common conditions such as cough and injuries such as bone fractures.
25 minutes; Ages 11 and under
Choose your captain and complete missions in space by learning to recognize emotions and respond to them appropriately.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and Librarian, Brian, practice book stretching.Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Legal information for AboutKidsHealth.ca
Health games and videos for kids.
Read about social and emotional development in a baby’s first year of life.
Read about coping with a diagnosis. While the diagnosis may be upsetting, the good news is that a child's pain is no longer a mystery.
Learn about medication for children with heart conditions. A doctor will prescribe a drug when it's clear that medication will improve a child's condition.
A detailed list of epilepsy organizations, research and books. A wide range of topics is covered, including guides for families and the ketogenic diet.
Discover information about different bladder and genital conditions including bladder and bladder control problems, and conditions that affect the penis, like hypospadias.
Therapeutic clown Fern and Child Life Specialist Rachel talk about how their bodies feel when they are anxious. Learn how to manage these feelings so you are prepared the next time you feel anxious.Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
Therapeutic clown Soleil and Child Life Specialist Rachel talk about feelings - especially mad feelings. They show us ways to manage our anger. What do you do when you are feeling mad?Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.