Carli Tourdot is a Child Life specialist and a children's book author. Tourdot is pictured with her book "Today is the Day! My First Surgery" on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, in Rochester.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As rates of severe obesity in kids rise, more are turning to bariatric surgeries. But is it safe? Experts weigh in. (Photo: Getty; ...

Preparing for your child to have surgery can be a nerve-wracking experience. "While surgery may be routine for medical professionals, it becomes a core memory that stays with parents and ...

Even some severely obese preteens should be considered for weight loss surgery, according to new recommendations. The guidance issued Sunday by the American Academy of Pediatrics is based on a review ...

Millions of children and teenagers in the U.S. are experiencing obesity, leaving them at a higher risk of developing adverse health issues as they age. A new study suggests that bariatric surgery has ...

Nonprofit Mending Kids looks to offer services to children in Four Corners A nonprofit organization that provides free surgery for children whose families do not have adequate financial means or ...