Your friends at KidsStreet are sharing our top ten best sports safety tips to keep your little athlete in the game and off the bench this fall. Your young athlete may not be looking forward to returning to school this fall, but they’re probably overjoyed by the return of their fall sports season! And you’re […] The post Top 10 Fall Sports Safety Tips appeared first on KidsStreet Urgent Care ..read more

Choosing the right care in the moment can be scary for a new mom. KidsStreet Urgent Care shares our tips on making the right choice for your precious little one. Your baby’s first year of life will have many magnificent memories. It’ll also be chock-full of countless questions. Am I feeding her correctly? Is he […] The post When to Bring Your Infant to Urgent Care appeared first on KidsStreet Urgent Care ..read more

It can happen in an instant – a car accident, fall, or sports injury – and your kiddo can suffer a broken bone. Fractures, another name for broken bones, can even happen over time with repetitive motions. Nearly half of all children in the United States fracture a bone during childhood. Almost 25 percent of […] The post Types of Bone Breaks appeared first on KidsStreet Urgent Care ..read more

KidsStreet Urgent Care is sharing the best tips to ease the aches of your little one’s growing pains. Defining Growing Pains The term “growing pains” was first coined over 200 years ago in 1823 by a French physician who thought the pains felt by young children were related to growth spurts. While we know now […] The post How to Care for Growing Pains appeared first on KidsStreet Urgent Care ..read more

KidsStreet Urgent Care is sharing our best hacks for a healthy back-to-school season for your student. Your kiddo may be anxious about the new school year. Being nervous about new situations, such as new teachers, classmates, and maybe even a new school, is expected. You may be a little nervous about the new school year, […] The post Tips for a Healthy School Year appeared first on KidsStreet Urgent Care ..read more

Getting the right information about childhood vaccines can be overwhelming. KidsStreet’s pulled together some of the most frequently asked questions from parents to help you keep your little ones happy and healthy! Are Vaccines Safe? Yes! Vaccines administered in the United States undergo rigorous study and testing by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) before they can be approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA). Even after vaccines receive approval, the CDC continues to monitor their effectiveness. They also investigate any rep ..read more

Got questions about childhood vaccines? Your friends at KidsStreet are here with answers to help you make informed decisions to keep your little one healthy. Maybe you’ve seen the recommended schedule of vaccines for children, and now you have questions. That’s completely understandable! At first glance, the vaccine schedule looks overwhelming. We’re here to break down the what, why, when, and safety of vaccines to arm you with the facts you need to maintain your kiddo’s good health. What Are Vaccines? Vaccines are medications designed to teach your child’s immune system how to fight against s ..read more

Sun Care for Kids by Age From tiny tots to teens, KidsStreet has the scoop on protecting your kiddos from the sun throughout their lives! Getting your child outside has many health benefits, including opportunities to be physically active, burn off extra energy, and reduce stress. Sunlight even improves mood through vitamin D synthesis. But it’s important to practice sun safety while enjoying the great outdoors. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can have harmful effects such as sunburn, photoaging, and skin cancers. KidsStreet is here to share sun care advice for all ages, and we break down UV s ..read more

Got a picky eater on your hands? KidsStreet has 14 tips to get your kiddo eating more vegetables! We all need to eat a balanced diet, including our little ones. Incorporating vegetables in our kiddos’ diets helps: Aid in digestion and prevent constipation Promote healthy growth and development Protect against disease now and later in life Strengthen their immune system So how is mealtime going at your house? Is your tiny tot staging a veggie boycott? Don’t despair! It’s most likely a phase they will grow out of. Just call your mom and ask her how much you liked veggies at this age! We know g ..read more

Top 10 Summer Safety Tips for Kids As the temperatures heat up, keep the risk of injuries down with these safety tips from your friends at KidsStreet! The summer months bring opportunities to ditch electronic devices and get active while enjoying the great outdoors. A new season can bring new safety concerns, but we’ve got you covered with tips to help your kiddo stay safe. Pool Precautions Many kids look forward to cooling off and playing in the swimming pool during the warm summer months. Swimming is excellent exercise for people of all ages! However, drowning is the leading cause of injury ..read more