Parenting

The latest news and patient stories about parenting from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Mother holding her baby doing tummy time

It’s tummy time: Building baby’s strength

Tummy time is key to building strength, fostering motor development, and providing opportunities for visual stimulation.

Tired or stressed child sitting in a hallway with a book over his face

Help your child manage back-to-school stress

About 1 in 5 children experience a mental disorder, with anxiety topping the list. That anxiety may surge during this transitional time of year.

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Talking with kids about troubling current events

News of school shootings, war, climate change and other troubling events seems endless. Learn how to help kids feel safe and cope with their emotions.

5 tips to get kids on a sleep schedule

Kids who sleep in have trouble adjusting to back-to-school schedules. Learn tips for transitions.

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Talking with teens about gender and identity

“The talk” is more complicated than it used to be — parents need to be ready.

8 bunk bed safety tips

Your child may be the right age for a bunk bed, but their personality can determine if they’re ready for one.

Kids running through the water at the beach

Why sun protection for kids is essential

Kids have skin that is thinner and more delicate than adults, so sun protection is a summertime must.

Out-of-area care for young adults

Help your child get the care they need when away from home.

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