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Allergy Myths Are Harming Kids' Health—Here's What Parents Actually Need to Know

90% of reported penicillin allergies aren't real allergies, and food sensitivity tests are often misleading. Board-certified allergist Dr.

Why Advocates Say Child Welfare Systems Need Urgent Overhaul—And What's Actually Working

Decades of child welfare case reviews reveal critical gaps in how systems protect vulnerable kids. Experts highlight what needs to change to prevent tragedy.

Consumer Reports Tests 49 Baby Formulas for Heavy Metals—Here's What Parents Found

Consumer Reports tested 49 infant formulas for lead and arsenic, finding contaminants at concerning levels in 26 formulas.

Baby Formula, Strollers, and Sleep Gear: What Parents Need to Know About 2026 Product Safety

Consumer Reports tested 49 baby formulas for toxic metals and found safety risks in popular strollers and sleep products.

New State Laws Are Forcing Baby Food Makers to Test for Heavy Metals—Here's What Parents Need to Know

Maryland and Virginia passed laws requiring baby food manufacturers to test for heavy metals and disclose results to parents.

Children's HealthJan 27, 2026

What Kids Will Actually Eat in 2026: How Brands Are Rethinking Children's Nutrition

Kids' food brands are ditching synthetic additives for functional ingredients that support immunity and brain development, while frozen meals emerge as the...