It’s normal for people to masturbate (touch or rub their own genitals because they like the way it feels). Some people do it to relieve stress or tension. It’s nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed ...

What Is a Breath-Holding Spell? A breath holding spell is when a child holds their breath, usually after being angry, frustrated, startled, or in pain. Sometimes the breath holding leads to the child ...

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What Is Oral Thrush? Oral thrush is a very common yeast infection in babies. It causes irritation in and around a baby's mouth. What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Oral Thrush? Oral thrush (also called ...

Girls have lots of questions about the body changes of puberty, especially about breasts and first periods. Watch this video to get some answers!

May also be called: EH Eczema herpeticum (EX-eh-muh her-PET-ih-kim) is a skin infection that occurs when the skin becomes infected by herpes simplex (the type of viruses that causes cold sores). More ...

Bullying is a big problem. It can make kids feel hurt, scared, sick, lonely, embarrassed, and sad. Bullies might hit, kick, or push to hurt people, or use words to call names, tease, or scare them. A ...

Teaching kids about their bodies and what is private can be tricky. But parents can help kids develop healthy feelings about their bodies in age-appropriate ways. This also helps kids learn what’s not ...

Fifth disease is a viral illness that most kids recover from quickly and without problems. It's especially common in kids ages 5 to 15. Fifth disease is known for a rash that makes a child’s cheeks ...

What Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFM)? Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFM) is a common viral infection that causes painful red blisters in the mouth and throat, and on the hands, feet, and ...

From your nose to your toes, do you know how the body works? Take these quizzes to find out! Bones & Skeletal System Quiz Brain & Nervous System Quiz Digestive System Quiz Ears Quiz Endocrine System ...

Why Is it Dangerous to Get Overheated During Pregnancy? If you're pregnant and your body temperature goes above 102.2°F (39°C) for long periods of time, there is a risk of birth defects or other ...