Cold

...Kids miss nearly 22 million school days each year due to colds. Though you can't protect your child... the common cold, are spread through touch, so it's crucial for your child to wash his hands a lot. To make... you're on the go. Once one person in the family catches a cold, be extra careful about cleaning so...

...The typical child catches five or six colds a year. Most colds last about a week to 10 days. Coughs... may linger for a couple of weeks. Causes Colds are triggered by a variety of viruses. In fact, more... -- achiness, congestion, coughing and sniffles -- that define a cold. An infected person may cough or sneeze...

...On average, kids under age 3 catch six to eight colds a year. "We think that since most children... touches an infected toy and then rubs her nose or eyes, she can catch the cold. However, having lots... colds in preschool catch fewer colds during their school years--presumably because their immune systems...

Is your child sick enough for a late-night call to the pediatrician? If you're really worried about your child, it's always better to call -- pediatricians expect to be awakened in the middle of the night. In fact, doctors say that many parents don't recognize some of the most serious medical situations. Here are the top 10 symptoms pediatricians want you to call about right away.

This guide to removing the snot from your baby's nose will help you through what can feel like one of the trickiest jobs of parenthood -- in four simple steps.

Use our guide to treat Baby--whether she has a fever or the flu. We'll help you decide when to push the worrying aside, and when to call the doctor.

The chances are good that your little one will catch at least one cold this winter. But how much do you know about preventing and shortening them? Take our quiz and find out.

Your child is sneezing, blowing her nose, coughing.... Has she picked up some kind of bug? Maybe not. Take our quiz and find out whether your child is exhibiting symptoms of allergies or your basic cold.

Anything out of the ordinary can be alarming when it shows up in a newborn, but it's often nothing to worry about. We'll fill you in on what warrants a call to the pediatrician.

This time in your child's life can be stressful -- for the both of you! We asked pediatricians from around the country to share their best tips for parenting toddlers. Here's what they want you to know.

We've uncovered the natural remedies for kids that really work -- and the ones you should never try.

Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatments for this common childhood ailment.

Listen up! Here's what you need to know to prevent ear infections.

You can't take chances when your child has a fever, but you shouldn't panic either. We'll explain what to look for so you can stay calm -- and help her feel better fast.

Is it a cold? Bronchitis? Our guide demystifies four of the most common cold-weather ailments.

...Kids with colds often say their ears hurt, but this doesn't necessarily signal an ear infection... membrane. It's often caused by a cold virus but can also be caused by a bacterial infection. Your child... with gauze or cotton balls and warm water. Cold viruses can cause a sore throat, but strep throat is caused...

...No matter your baby's age, it's essential to keep him well-hydrated when battling a cold. "A baby... the stuffiness. Most over-the-counter cough and cold medicines (aside from acetaminophen and ibuprofen...

When it comes to baby-proofing products, what you'll need will depend on the particular features of your home. Some items, however, are nearly universal. We've rounded up a few of our favorites.

Our mothers may have done things differently when we were little, but expert advice has changed a lot between then and now.

What kid doesn't love to eat with his hands? Give him a break from utensils, and serve up these easy, yummy bites for dinner.

Looking for safe, doctor-approved cures for sore throats, coughs, stomachaches, and more? Check this out!

Cold and flu season is coming, but that doesn't mean your family has to get sick. Outsmart germs with our expert-approved prevention strategies and mom-tested treatment tips.