Teething & Tooth Care

If your kid's not into brushing or flossing, these new oral hygiene must-haves may change all that.

When should kids have their teeth examined? And how should you prepare? Read on for a fun, fear-free first trip to the dentist.

If you think your child is too young to need a dentist, you're wrong -- her teeth are at risk long before she's tasted her first piece of candy.

How to spot the symptoms, ease the pain, and care for her new pearly whites.

The process is painful for both mother and baby. Here's help to take the bite out of it.

Teething is an important part of Baby's development. It can be an irratiable time for him, but there are many ways you can help ease the pain. Follow these tips to keep Baby comfortable.

Brush up on your knowledge of kids' dental health.

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Watch for these milestones to occur between 18-24 months.

When your kid's baby teeth start wiggling, don't lose your cool. Brush up on the latest advice from dentists.

No doubt about it: Cutting a new tooth is painful for Baby -- and you. Luckily, we have the answers to your biggest teething questions from some top experts.

Toss out the junk food and start making snack time fun again! Check out these 20 kid-friendly ingredients that make great snacks, plus an easy recipe for each one.

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Fun and easy craft gifts kids can make and give to celebrate Valentine's Day.

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.

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.

Five things to keep in mind when your daughter gets her ears pierced.

At what age do kids have the focus and control necessary to get teeth really clean?

While young children can reach milestones at different ages, the CDC says you should talk to your doctor and consider an early-intervention evaluation if your child displays any of these signs or has a dramatic loss of skills.

The key to your child's success in school later? Finding ways to improve their memory now. Luckily, there's plenty parents can do to strengthen this essential learning tool.

These errors are all too easy for even the most vigilant moms to commit. How many do you recognize?

Before your child starts preschool or kindergarten, be sure he's schooled in these basics.

Learn what causes chronic diarrhea and how to treat it.

What to expect and how to care for your baby's new teeth.

Use this step-by-step guide to make the transition to a big-kid bed easier!