Parents' Resources
Administering Medicine Safely
When your child isn’t feeling well, you want to relieve their discomfort as quickly as possible. Be prepared with information that can help you understand the differences between pediatric pain relievers and fever reducers, and how to administer them safely.
After the shots
Some vaccinations that protect children from serious diseases also can cause discomfort for a while. Here are answers to questions many parents have after their children have been vaccinated.
Colds and the Flu
If there’s one thing kids seem to have no trouble sharing, it’s their germs. Here are some steps you can take to help your child feel better when they have a cold or the flu.
Ear infections
Ear infections often start with a cold virus or other illness. Learn more about ear infection symptoms and treatment—and how you can help prevent them.
Flu checklist
Ear infections often start with a cold virus or other illness. Learn more about ear infection symptoms and treatment—and how you can help prevent them.
Immunizations 0-6
Recommended immunizations for children from birth through 6 years old.
Immunizations 7-18
Recommended immunizations for children from seven to 18 years of age.
Milestones
Immunizations and Developmental Milestones for Your Child from Birth Through 6 Years Old.
Teething
Learn how to comfort and care for your teething child.
Treating Fever
Basic information about fevers and tips on how to raise your child’s comfort level when they are feeling ill.
Tylenol and Motrin Dosing
Tylenol and Motrin dosing for infants and children.
Vaccines when your child is sick
A mild illness is usually nota reason to reschedulevaccinations. Your doctor can helpyou decide which vaccines your childcan still receive safely.
