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Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year for children, but it also comes with unique safety concerns. From costumes and traffic safety to candy inspections and teen independence, there’s a lot for families to consider before heading …

Every caregiver wants to protect their children from disappointment, failure and heartbreak. But what if some of those difficult experiences are exactly what children need to grow? In this episode of For Kids' Sake, Ashley Pagenkopf, MS, CCLS …

Few topics generate more questions from caregivers than sleep. From bringing home a newborn to navigating toddler bedtime battles, families often wonder if they're doing the right thing and how much sleep everyone should be getting. In this episode …

Some children are naturally shy. Others are outgoing social butterflies. But how do caregivers know when a child's hesitation around people might be something more? In this episode of For Kids’ Sake, Kristen Pyrc, M.D., discusses the difference …

Today's caregivers have access to more parenting and health information than ever before. But with endless social media feeds, online searches and conflicting advice, many families are finding themselves overwhelmed instead of informed. In this …

With nutrition advice flooding social media feeds, many caregivers feel overwhelmed about where to start. In this episode of For Kids' Sake, Maya Rashad, MPH, RDN, LD, nutrition coordinator at Cook Children’s, shares practical strategies people can …

From smartphones and social media to gaming and streaming, screens are woven into everyday life for most families. In the latest episode of For Kids' Sake, Austin Greenhaw, M.D., child and adolescent psychiatrist at Cook Children's, discusses how …

As young athletes head back to practices, games and competitions, many parents are looking for ways to help their children stay healthy and avoid injuries. In the latest episode of For Kids' Sake, Jeffrey Bass, MS, ATC, LAT, OPE-C, athletic trainer …

It may feel confusing right now to be a caregiver with so much information out there about immunizations. There's certainly no shortage of information online right at our fingertips. But how do parents know what's trustworthy?Parents are navigating …

It can be hard to know the difference between typical childhood behavior and signs that a child may need additional support. In the latest episode of For Kids' Sake, Akemi Watkins, M.D., a child psychiatrist at Cook Children's, discusses ADHD, early …

As summer winds down and school begins, families face the challenge of shifting back to structured routines. In the first episode of For Kids' Sake, a new Cook Children’s podcast for parents and caregivers, pediatrician Diane Arnaout, M.D., …

Fort Worth, Texas - Cook Children’s Health Care System is expanding its trusted health information platform with the launch of two new podcasts designed to help parents and caregivers navigate the questions that come with raising children.For Kids’ …