When Your Child Needs an Abdominal Ultrasound

An abdominal ultrasound uses sound waves to take pictures of abdominal organs. It's painless and noninvasive. It's often used to assess abdominal pain or to find problems like enlarged organs.

When Your Child Needs an MRI Scan

Most MRI tests take 30 to 60 minutes. Depending on the type of MRI your child is having, the test may take longer. Give yourself extra time to check your child in.

When Your Child Needs a CT Scan

A CT scan is an imaging test. CT images give more details than a regular X-ray. The scan can be used for any part of the body.

Anatomy of the Digestive System (Child)

The digestive system breaks food down into basic nutrients that can be used by the body. As food moves through the digestive tract, it's broken down into parts and absorbed into the bloodstream.

Your Child's Asthma: Inhaled Medicines

Your child will most likely have at least one inhaled type of asthma medicine. Which type depends on the kind of medicine they take or on their age and preference. Learn more about the devices and how they work.

Understanding USDA MyPlate

The USDA has guidelines to help you make healthy food choices. These are called MyPlate. MyPlate shows the food groups that make up healthy meals using the image of a place setting.

MyPlate Worksheet: 3,200 Calories

Your calorie needs are about 3,200 calories a day. These are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

MyPlate Worksheet: 3,000 Calories

Your calorie needs are about 3,000 calories a day. These are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.

MyPlate Worksheet: 2,800 Calories

Your calorie needs are about 2,800 calories a day. These are the USDA guidelines for your daily recommended amount of each food group.