Parenting

Jersey Shore University Medical Center is New Jersey’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, accredited by the American College of Surgeons. Injury Prevention and Community Education is a critical partner of Pediatric Trauma—helping families prevent common childhood injuries like falls, motor vehicle, and bike or pedestrian accidents.

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health is proud to highlight Dr. Mark Kayton, chief of pediatric general surgery at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune, NJ. He is board-certified in both pediatric surgery and general surgery. 

Choosing the right school is one of the biggest decisions we make as parents — and we’re here to help make it easier. Our 2025–2026 Preschool & Private School Guide is now live, featuring some of the best local schools across Monmouth County. From early learning programs to private high schools, you’ll find open house dates, enrollment info, and everything you need to start planning ahead for your family.

Did you know U.S. children miss more than 34 million hours of school each year due to emergency dental care, with tooth decay being one of the most common chronic childhood diseases? Left untreated, cavities can cause pain, infections, and problems eating or speaking, all of which can affect school performance and social development. Plus, oral health is directly linked to overall health.

The new school year is just around the corner, and at Five Star Swim School, we believe swimming deserves a spot in your child’s school routine, and here’s why. Swimming is not only another after-school activity - it is a life skill. Water safety doesn’t stop when...

Meet-a-Doc: Meet Dr. Alexa Durante of Hackensack Meridian Children's Health! Hackensack Meridian K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center is excited to spotlight our newest pediatric...