Postmaturity in the Newborn

The normal length of pregnancy is 37 to 41 weeks. Postmaturity is a word used to describe babies born after 42 weeks. Very few babies are born at 42 weeks or later. Other terms often used to describe these late births include post-term, postmaturity, prolonged pregnancy, and postdates pregnancy.

Learning Disorders in Children

A learning disorder is when a child has trouble learning in certain school subjects. Your child may have problems with reading, math, or writing. Here's what you need to know, and how to help.

Nutrition and Fluids in the NICU

When your baby is in the NICU, your main concern is getting them healthy and home. That means feeding your baby and having them gain weight. But feeding babies in the NICU is quite different from feeding healthy babies. Here's what you need to know.

The Growing Child: 2-Year-Olds

Read on to learn details about common physical, speech, and other developmental milestones your child may reach at this age.

Preschool Play

A preschooler needs space in which to run and explore. Take them on trips to the playground, park, or beach. Encourage them to play with other children.