It was 30 degrees out, but the sun was shining, and yes, I was that mom trying to apply sunscreen...
Author - Kathryn Strickler McLeod, MD
The worst souvenir for your child’s spring break
I’m just going to say it: An STD is a terrible souvenir to take home from spring break. If you’re...
When school violence is in the news, how do you talk to your...
In my book club, the conversation inevitably turns, at some point in the evening, to our kids and...
I found cigarettes in my child’s room! What do I do now?
If your gut reaction is to freak out after learning that your child is experimenting with smoking...
Don’t let the bullies win
One of the toughest issues we have to handle as parents is bullying. Just the word can make many of...
The ‘F’ word
How many times have you looked in the mirror and said with a frown, “I look so fat!” Or to put it...
How to deal: Middle [and high] school transitions
It’s a fact: By the time elementary school ends, your child will likely be ready to stop being...
How to raise a son: A mom and pediatrician tells it like it is
So I’m the oldest of five daughters—and my first two children were girls. In labor and delivery...
You’ll shoot your eye out
And other reasons to protect your child’s eyes The lesson of the classic film, “A Christmas Story”...
Teen talk: Prepping for peer pressure
OK, you’re in shock. You are the parent of a child who’s old enough to attend prom. As the school...