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You don't have to eat a special diet just because you've had a colostomy. But you may need to be more aware of foods that cause gas or odor and foods that make your stool too runny or too hard.

This worksheet tells you how many servings you should get each day from each food group in order to follow a 2,000 calorie diet. Use this as you plan your meals throughout the day.

Your calorie needs are about 2,600 calories a day. These are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

When a child has a milk allergy, even a small amount of milk can cause a life-threatening reaction. For that reason, your child must stay away from dairy products and any foods likely to contain milk.

Cystic fibrosis can cause problems with the pancreas, liver, and other digestive organs. Good nutrition can help with some of these problems. Learn about ways to help your child get enough calories and nutrition.

Help your child know what to expect if they need a sleep study.

Learn about MRSA, a type of staph infection that's hard to treat.

Your child has a mouth sore. Mouth sores can be painful and can make eating or drinking uncomfortable. But they often aren't a serious problem. Read on to learn how to manage and treat them at home.

Vomiting is most often caused by a virus or food poisoning. It usually lasts only 1 or 2 days. The biggest concern when your child is vomiting is too little fluid in the body (dehydration). This sheet tells you what you can do to help your child feel better and stay hydrated.