Puberty is one of the most transformative and significant events in every child’s life: marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. As kids begin puberty, dramatic physical and emotional changes take place. Kids gain about 20 percent of their final adult weight, bone mass increases by about 40 percent, organs grow bigger and the brain […]
Advice for new moms: 5 things this pediatrician wants you to know
Bringing a baby into this world can bring so much joy and happiness, but also a lot of questions and uncertainty. Why does my baby cry so often? Is it safe for baby to sleep with me? Why am I feeling down? As you prepare to bring your new baby into this world, Akron Children’s […]