Labial adhesions happen when the labia minora (the inner folds of skin surrounding the vaginal opening) become fused together. In most cases, only a small part of the labia is fused, so the adhesions ...

Most babies continue to grow in weight and length this month. But you might notice that your baby isn’t growing quite as fast as in the first few months of life. Your baby will gain about 1 to 1½ ...

Both the brain and the spinal cord are protected by bone: the brain by the bones of the skull, and the spinal cord by vertebrae, a set of ring-shaped bones. They're both cushioned by layers of ...

How Does Air Enter the Respiratory System? Air enters the respiratory system through the nose or the mouth. If it goes in the nostrils (also called nares), the air is warmed and humidified. Tiny hairs ...

Is it Safe to Use Household Chemicals During Pregnancy? Some household cleaners and chemicals are safe to use during pregnancy while others are not. Chemicals like ammonia and chlorine might cause ...

What Is Breast Reduction Surgery? Breast reduction surgery is a procedure that makes large breasts smaller. It keeps the natural shape of the breast and nipple/areola (small area around the nipple).

Pinworms are tiny worms that can cause an infection in the intestines. Pinworm infections affects millions of people each year, especially school-age kids If your child develops a pinworm infection, ...

Answering kids' questions about sex is a job many parents don’t look forward to. It may feel awkward when it comes to talking about puberty and where babies come from. But don’t avoid these topics.

How much do you know about your digestive system? Find out by taking this quiz!

Walking pneumonia is a less serious form of the lung infection pneumonia. It's often caused by bacteria called Mycoplasma pneumoniae, but other bacteria or viruses can also cause it. Most kids with ...

Girls have lots of questions about the body changes of puberty. When will my breasts grow? What's the "normal" age to get your first period? Watch this video and find out!

Can I shave my pubic hair? Is it safe? Shaving is one way to remove pubic hair. It is fairly inexpensive, and you can do it yourself. Go slowly, pulling skin taut before running the razor over the ...