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A mother and infant sleeping together on a bed.

Children’s Health

Is Cosleeping with a Baby Safe?

While cosleeping is often seen as a way for parents to bond with their baby and simplify nighttime feedings, it comes with serious risks. Research has shown that sharing a bed with an infant significantly increases the...

April 1, 2025

4 min read

A mother holding her young son, taking his temperature while feeling his forehead.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 10: Measles

The New York State Department of Health has issued a Health Advisory due to rising measles cases and hospitalizations in parts of the United States. Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads easily through...

March 17, 2025

20 min read

A newborn baby in the NICU, being treated for CDH.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions Women's Health

Understanding Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) is a rare but serious condition that affects newborns and disrupts normal lung development before birth. This structural defect occurs when the diaphragm—a muscular structure that...

February 19, 2025

4 min read

A father and daughter sitting at the doctor's office, discussing Tourette Syndrome.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

Is Tourette Syndrome Hereditary?

Like many other neurological conditions, Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a condition that often has genetic roots. Research suggests that Tourette Syndrome can be hereditary in many cases, although having a family...

February 12, 2025

4 min read

A boy sits with his mother on their living room couch, looking over online resources about transgender youth support.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Health & Wellness

Gender Diverse and Transgender Youth: How to Support Your Child

Adolescence brings unique challenges, especially for gender diverse youth and their families. Embracing and affirming your child’s gender identity is vital to nurturing their mental and emotional well-being. When...

January 23, 2025

6 min read

A boy sitting in a doctor's office, being evaluated for a Tourette Syndrome diagnosis.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

How is Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed?

As a parent, noticing your child making unusual movements or sounds can be confusing and even concerning. Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition characterized by motor and vocal tics, is often misunderstood...

January 23, 2025

5 min read

A boy sitting down and looking at his mother, who is noticing his involuntary movements, or tics.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health

Why Has My Child Suddenly Developed a Tic?

Noticing that your child is making sudden, repetitive movements or sounds can be concerning, leaving you wondering what’s happening and why. These are tics that can occur in the form of repetitive eye blinking...

January 17, 2025

4 min read

A family gathered at the dining room table celebrating the holidays together.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Health & Wellness Heart and Vascular Health

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 3: Healthy Habits Throughout the Holidays

Hear from six Stony Brook Medicine experts discussing common concerns related to mental and physical health during the holiday season. From protecting children from injury and illness, to improving sleep, reducing...

November 26, 2024

4 min read

A little girl with childhood diabetes giving a thumbs up while at playing at the park.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

Signs of Childhood Diabetes: What Parents Need to Know

Diabetes mellitus is a condition that develops when one is not able to efficiently use the glucose, also known as sugar, in the body for energy. There are a lot of misconceptions about diabetes mellitus in children;...

November 20, 2024

6 min read

A child curled up on the couch in pain, showing signs of appendicitis.

Children’s Health

Spotting Signs of Appendicitis in Kids

Appendicitis in kids is a serious condition where the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that sticks out from the colon on the lower right side of the abdomen, becomes inflamed and swollen. The most common symptom is pain...

October 23, 2024

4 min read

Topic: Children’s Health

Is Cosleeping with a Baby Safe?

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 10: Measles

Understanding Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)

Is Tourette Syndrome Hereditary?

Gender Diverse and Transgender Youth: How to Support Your Child

How is Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed?

Why Has My Child Suddenly Developed a Tic?

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 3: Healthy Habits Throughout the Holidays

Signs of Childhood Diabetes: What Parents Need to Know

Spotting Signs of Appendicitis in Kids

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