There are a lot of fun and worthwhile activities outdoors for your child. But getting him off the couch and away from the screen can be no easy task. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner gives some ideas for outdoor activities—and tips on how to get your child to take part—that can keep him healthy and happy.

Meningitis is an infection of the tissue and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It's a serious condition that can turn deadly for your child. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what causes this painful infection and how you can identify and treat meningitis in your child.

Nose picking is a normal habit for children—but it can be gross. It's deemed socially unacceptable, can spread colds and can cause nose bleeds. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner has some tips for parents on how to keep their kids' little fingers out of their noses.

Kids can develop pretty gross habits. Nail biting is a common one—more than 50 percent of teenagers bite their nails. But frequent nail biting can lead to infection, warts and permanent nail damage. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner discusses why nail biting can be a serious health concern and offer some strategies to help your kid kick the habit.

Preschool is a big step for your child—and you. It can be an emotional time for everyone involved. How you approach the transition as a parent can have a big impact on your child’s success. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner shares some tips on how you can help your child start this big milestone in a happy and successful way.

Are you concerned about whether your child is getting enough nutrients from the food she eats? Should you add a gummy vitamin or a supplement drink to her diet? The answer might surprise you. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner has the scoop on children's supplements.

Playgrounds are great for kids and parents. They let your children get rid of some of their seemingly endless energy and give them a chance to socialize with others. But sometimes kids don’t quite get along. As a parent, what should you do when your child encounters difficult children who may not let her play or who tease her? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner from University of Utah Health shares a few simple strategies you can use to help your children build the social and emotional skills to help themselves when “playground politics” get out of hand.

Some mothers believe that breastfeeding can improve a child's brain development and paves the way for a successful future. But pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner says more studies show that genetics, supportive parents and old-fashioned love and bonding are likely more important for your child.

New parents may worry that their newborn will have stomach problems if she doesn't burp after feeding. But pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner says not to worry: the air in your baby will find a way out. She explains symptoms associated with colic and spitting up symptoms and why new parents shouldn't worry.

Kids cough for many reasons, but sometimes it worries parents. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner says many coughing medicines promise to stop coughing, but studies show they generally don't work. “Try honey,” she says. Learn some other simple tips to naturally suppress a child's coughing.