August 18, 2020

When Parents, Grandparents Don't Agree on Childrearing Choices

MONDAY, Aug. 17, 2020 -- Disagreements between parents and grandparents over parenting choices like discipline, meals and TV time can strain family relationships, a new poll finds.

When kids stay with grandparents, relaxed rules can cause friction with the child's parents, child health experts noted.

August 3, 2020

Parents: Sharpen up on Your Sunscreen Knowledge

SATURDAY, July 25, 2020 -- Most American parents know that sunscreen is important for their children, but there are gaps in their knowledge of its proper use, a new survey finds.

The majority of the more than 1,100 parents of children aged 5 to 12 said they've at least sometimes used sunscreen on their kids, and that sunscreen is very important in preventing sunburns and skin cancer.

August 3, 2020

Spanking on the Decline in American Homes

MONDAY, July 27, 2020 -- American kids have something to celebrate: Spanking has hit a new low.

About one in three parents said they spanked their kids in 2017 compared to 50% in 1993, new research shows.

July 20, 2020

Know Your Burn Risks This Summer

SATURDAY, July 18, 2020 -- Grilling. Campfires. Fireworks. All are part of summer's pleasures -- but they also pose burn risks.

A new survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found that 53% mistakenly think their burn risk is lower than it actually is.

July 9, 2020

Keep Your Kids Safe in the Water. Here's How

SUNDAY, July 5, 2020 -- Trips to the beach or a pool add to summer's fun, but parents need to ensure that children are safe in and around the water.

Masks and social distancing are a must in many places this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. And kids must be supervised even if they're able to swim, experts at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles said.

July 9, 2020

With Pandemic-Related Stress, Abuse Against Kids Can Surge

MONDAY, July 6, 2020 -- Stress from social distancing and isolation to stop the spread of COVID-19 can lead to increased family violence at home, Tulane University experts say.

These changes in routine can upset kids, who may lash out and test limits. Stress from bad behavior, along with financial and other concerns can result in angry outbursts -- even verbal and physical abuse, said Dr. Charles Zeanah Jr., chair of psychiatry, and Dr. Myo Thwin Myint, an assistant professor of psychiatry.