A coughing child in the morning, a runny nose, and you wonder: "Can my child go today, or should we stay home?" This decision is often difficult in everyday life. The good news: There are clear recommendations from public health authorities, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the

Parenting is changing: from control to relationship, from rigid structures to shared development. Children need guidance, security, and clear boundaries, not perfection or rigid control. Children need parents who grow with them. When parents model connection, empathy, dialogue, and self-compassion, they build an emotionally stable foundation that helps children face a complex world. Parents can also learn, make mistakes, reassess, rest, and accept support.

Polio, also known as infantile paralysis, was once one of the most feared diseases worldwide. Before the introduction of vaccines, wild polioviruses circulated worldwide. While many infections caused only mild symptoms, the virus could sometimes lead to severe paralysis or even death. Thanks to effective vaccination, polio is extremely rare today, but continued awareness and immunization remain essential to keep it that way.

Scarlet fever is one of the common infectious diseases in childhood, and with the right treatment, it usually heals well today. This was not always the case. In the past, before antibiotics were available, families were often very afraid of scarlet fever because it frequently had a severe course. Even though the diagnosis can still be unsettling at first, children can generally be treated safely today. Early medical evaluation, guideline-based antibiotic therapy, and good hyg

Many parents are surprised when their child complains of headaches at a young age. However, headaches are actually quite common in children, and their effect on daily life, school performance, and emotional health is often overlooked. Below, you'll find an overview of headaches. Children headaches

Since the end of November 2024, traces of polioviruses have been found in wastewater in several German cities, including Munich, Bonn, Cologne, Hamburg, and later in Dresden, Mainz, and Stuttgart. These are known as vaccine-derived polioviruses, which originally come from attenuated oral vaccines.

Pediatric clinics typically see viral infections every summer. Why does this happen? And what exactly is the so-called summer flu all about?

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide. Imagine a future where certain HPV-related cancers become so rare that they almost disappear. That vision isn't just hopeful thinking; it’s achievable with the HPV vaccine.

Help, my child has head lice! What you should know now. Head lice infestation is nothing unusual and has nothing to do with poor hygiene. Almost all children experience it at least once. It's important that you're well-informed and act calmly and purposefully.

Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) are very common in children and respond well to treatment. With the right knowledge, you can effectively treat your child and prevent re-infection...

Doctor visits can be stressful and scary for children. But modern technology offers exciting solutions that can help children (and parents): social robots! In recent years, several studies have investigated how interactive robots can reduce anxiety, stress, and even pain in children...

With the arrival of spring, the risk of tick bites increases as ticks become more active. However, due to increasingly mild winters, ticks can now be a year-round concern in Germany, becoming active at temperatures around...

Kindergarten teachers often suggest that your child could benefit from occupational therapy. This is a proven treatment method that supports

A cough in your child can not only be annoying, but also cause concern - especially if it persists. You may be wondering when medication...

Coughing is one of the most common symptoms in children and is often a natural protective reflex that clears the airways of mucus, foreig...

The airways of your child play a central role in defending against infections and irritants. Especially during colds, many parents turn to..

In this blog post, I'll take a closer look at the science behind the benefits of hugging. You might have heard the popular saying by...

As parents, we are on an incredible journey watching our child grow into a unique individual. From the first day of life, a child ....

Scheduling appointments with your child's doctor can sometimes be challenging. Many parents share concerns about encountering busy signals..

Finding a pediatrician in Germany, especially in big cities, can be challenging for new parents or those who have recently moved. The Germ