Ever heard a cough that sounds like a baby seal? That’s croup. Learn what croup sounds like, what causes it, practical tips to help in the moment, and when to call your pediatrician.

Strep infections can be serious, but often they are not. In most cases, they are easily treated once the diagnosis is made.

Increasing the body’s core temperature makes the body’s immune response more effective. Although the fever is not a cause for alarm, it is still true that whatever infection or process is causing the fever could be concerning, so we don’t ignore fevers.