The Latest Breaking News from American Academy of Pediatrics

Idaho prosecutor says he'll seek the death penalty for a mom charged with murder in twins' deaths

An Idaho prosecutor is seeking the death penalty against a woman charged with murder in the deaths of her twin toddlers last year

The Independent UK · 8h ago

PA Measles Outbreak Hits 1,286 Cases; 66 Pregnant Women Infected, at Least Six Babies Born With the Virus

Pennsylvania's measles outbreak has reached 1,286 cases across 42 counties, including 66 pregnant women, while doctors report congenital infections and officials warn of serious risks for mothers and babies.

International Business Times UK · Oct 21

HHS Gives AMA, Pediatricians and Four Other Groups 10 Business Days to State Positions on Youth Gender Care

HHS gave six medical groups, including the AMA and AAP, 10 business days to state their positions on gender care for minors. What families should know.

Medical Daily · Oct 16

Florida Drops Moral Exemption From Vaccine Rule but Still Plans to End Four School and Child Care Requirements

Florida removed a proposed moral vaccine exemption but still plans to end four school shot rules. What parents should know after Thursday's hearing.

Medical Daily · Oct 8

WHO's First Child Obesity Guidelines Advise Against Weight-Loss Drugs, Surgery and Devices for Children Under 10

WHO's first child obesity guidelines advise against weight-loss drugs and surgery under age 10. What the advice means for U.S. parents.

Medical Daily · Oct 7

Canceled and Missed Pediatric Appointments Rose 8.7 Points Among Spanish-Speaking Chicago Families After Operation Midway Blitz Immigration Crackdown

Missed pediatric visits rose most for Spanish-speaking Chicago families after Operation Midway Blitz, new hospital data presented at AAP shows.

Medical Daily · Oct 5

Los Angeles Children's Hospital Saw Kids' E-Bike and E-Scooter Injuries Nearly Quadruple, with E-Bike Crashes More Severe

Kids' e-bike and e-scooter injuries nearly quadrupled at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. See injury types, California helmet rules, and parent steps.

Medical Daily · Oct 4

Why experts say now is an ideal time to protect yourself from flu – and where you can get vaccinated in US

Just about everybody starting at age 6 months needs flu vaccination, the medical societies say

The Independent UK · Oct 2

Your Child Loves Screens, But How Much Is Too Much?

“Just five more minutes” can quickly turn into an hour. For many families, screens are now part of homework, entertainment and even socialising. A 2025 Pew Research Center survey found that 85% of US parents of children aged 12 or younger said their child watches YouTube, with 51% reporting daily…

MyLifeXP · Oct 1

Kids Outgrow Clothes Fast — But These 7 Things Shouldn’t Be Bought Used

Anyone raising children knows how quickly perfectly good clothes can become too small. Buying secondhand can be a smart way to stretch a family budget, particularly when many shirts and jeans are barely worn before they are outgrown. In 2026, the National Retail Federation reports that K-12 families expect to…

Kids Ain't Cheap · Sep 28