You might not have even noticed it yourself, but if your child’s teacher or your pediatrician has ever noticed a speech impediment such as a lisp or a stutter, it may be time to consider speech therapy. Similarly, if your child is missing their speech-related milestones, a therapist can help. Issues with speech can be…

Kids can develop all kinds of skin conditions ranging from a mild rash to a serious and painful infection. Some of the most common skin infections may require prescription-strength antibiotics, and it is important to identify just which type of infection you are dealing with in order to determine the best treatment. We’ll cover 5…

At what age can your child brush their teeth unassisted? Or take a bath alone? When should mom and dad be ready for a conversation about shaving — or the dreaded issue of body odor? Read on for these answers and more basic hygiene tips for kids. Ages 0–3  Building healthy habits starts early. As…

At Focus on Kids, our holistic picture of health includes mental health, and part of raising emotionally healthy kids is giving attention to critical thinking. The formation of logic and reason is a vital part of childhood development. Critical thinking skills will serve your child well in every area of life — from their education…

As any parent of an active child likely knows, childhood injuries are common. Sports and other activities often lead to sprains, breaks, and other types of afflictions. What are some of the most common orthopedic injuries in kids, and what can parents expect? Sprains Sprains are classified as any injury to the soft tissue around…