Every new parent wants one thing at bedtime: peace of mind. While many baby sleep products are marketed as must-haves, some can pose serious risks. Learn what safe sleep really looks like and which popular products don’t belong in your baby’s sleep space.

Cold and flu symptoms can come on quickly, but getting care does not always have to mean leaving home. With St. Elizabeth Video Visits On Demand, new and established patients can meet with a provider virtually for many common cold and flu symptoms and get care from the comfort of home.

Along with back-to-school excitement, colorful fall leaves and football game days comes the annual flu season. Learn who should get a flu shot, when to get vaccinated and where to go so you can stay healthy and enjoy all the fun fall and winter have to offer.

Common summer illnesses in kids often show up when routines change, temperatures rise and kids spend more time outdoors. Knowing how to spot symptoms, caring for mild illness at home and deciding when to get medical attention can help families navigate summer with more confidence.

Finding a tick can be concerning, but most tick bites are manageable with quick action and careful monitoring. Removing the tick promptly and correctly is one of the most important steps to reduce the risk of illness. Most tick bites are harmless and cause only mild skin irritation. Rash, fever, fatigue or pain can appear days or weeks later and may signal a tick-related infection such as Lyme disease and may require attention from your healthcare provider.

For many teens, a first gynecology visit is mostly a conversation. Learn when to schedule it, what happens during the visit and how to help your teen feel more comfortable.

Spring allergies vs. cold symptoms can be hard to tell apart. Understanding sinus infection vs. allergies, recognizing signs your allergies are actually an infection and knowing when to seek care can help you feel better faster this spring.

When it comes to your family’s medical history, having detailed information is invaluable. Carrie Anderson, MS, LGC, a Genetic Counselor at St. Elizabeth, explains that while many people know a relative had a “heart condition,” healthcare recommendations can vary widely depending on whether it was coronary artery disease, a heart valve disorder, an abnormal heart rhythm or another condition. Gaining …

Bathing your newborn can seem daunting at first, if not downright scary. Newborns are tiny, and the idea of stripping them out of their warm onesies and swaddle blankets and subjecting them to a wet – and potentially slippery – bath might alarm you. Take a deep breath, arm yourself with these tips from Dr. Frederick Stine, DO, a Pediatrician …

With the bitter cold temperatures of winter in full force, parents might be unsure how to dress their infants to keep them warm in teeth-chattering temperatures – without overdoing the layers. Generally, parents should put one layer more on their baby than they put on themselves in cold weather, said Dr. John LaCount, a pediatrician with St. Elizabeth Physicians’ Florence …