Pediatrics

As they grow and learn, children face many health-related issues—from the complex to the everyday. Discover articles, videos, guides, and infographics on pediatric health topics. From sleep training to skin care and everything in between, learn about keeping them safe, healthy, and happy as they mature and change.

Here, you’ll find information from pediatric specialists about:

Choosing a Pediatrician.
Baby Food: A Guide for Making It At Home.
Teen Dating: What Parents Should Know.
Picking the Right Foods for Your Kids.
Establishing a Bedtime Schedule for Back-to-School.
Helping Children Deal With Frustration and Failure.
How to Respond If Your Child Is Being Bullied.

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Flu, Cold, RSV, or COVID-19? A Parent’s Guide to Respiratory Illnesses in Kids

September 29, 2025

This guide helps parents understand symptoms, risks, and prevention strategies for respiratory illnesses like colds, the flu, COVID-19, and RSV this season. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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How Much Sleep Do Kids Need?

August 27, 2025

Kids need different amounts of sleep as they grow. Discover pediatric sleep guidelines to help your child build healthy bedtime routines. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Sleep Health
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Ian’s Journey With Clubfoot Treatment: The Ponseti Method

June 16, 2025

Diagnosed with bilateral clubfoot in utero, Ian had his first cast at 1 week old. A series of casts and boots has corrected his clubfoot. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Pediatrics
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How Speech Therapy Can Help Children After a Traumatic Brain Injury

May 5, 2025

Working with a speech language pathologist can help children regain communication, memory, and other skills after a traumatic brain injury. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics
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Helping Kids Thrive While Managing Type 1 Diabetes

April 15, 2025

A type 1 diabetes diagnosis in your child may seem alarming, but with the proper management of their condition, they can thrive. Learn more from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is Stimming?

March 7, 2025

Stimming is when people engage in self-soothing behaviors like fidgeting, rocking, or humming. Though most stim, it's more common in those with autism and ADHD. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Understanding Seizures in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

February 11, 2025

An estimated 456,000 American children have active epilepsy, and many more experience unrelated seizures. Learn about seizure causes, treatment, and first aid. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How Does Lead Exposure Affect Kids?

January 13, 2025

Learn the risks of lead exposure in children, symptoms of lead poisoning, and essential prevention tips for a safer, lead-free environment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How UPMC’s 3D Printing Program Helped 4-Year-Old Victor Breathe Easier

December 20, 2024

When 4-year-old Victor was diagnosed with a cyst that compressed his airway, UPMC's 3D Printing Program created a model to help plan a delicate removal surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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