"My stomach hurts." It's one of the most common complaints from school-aged children and young teens. Occasional stomach pain in kids is normal, but when it happens often, it's important to know the ...

Q: My son is an only child and is 4 years old. I have been staying home taking care of him since birth, but now I have to go back to work. It's also time for me to get back to my professional life. He ...

Editor’s note: Annie Lane is off this week. This column was previously released in 2023.

My last two columns have addressed the problem of enuresis (bedwetting). This has led to many inquires and e-mails asking about the problem with "number two." Encopresis is regarded as repeated ...