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Newborn baby lying on back, eyes closed, yawning
June 20, 2025/Children's Health

Baby Grunting in Their Sleep? Panting? Snoring? Here’s Why

Babies can be noisy little sleepers! Blame small nasal passages and short sleep stages

Mom in yellow shirt breastfeeding her baby
June 20, 2025/Children's Health

Is Honey Safe To Eat When Breastfeeding?

Yes, you can have honey if you’re breastfeeding — but never feed it directly to babies under 1

Ear being pierced with a piercing gun
June 16, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Ear Piercing 101: Healing, Hurting, Cleaning and More

Earlobe piercings heal quicker and are less painful than cartilage piercings — proper cleaning and care are important

Children in a barn on a farm, standing and sitting on hay bales, petting an animal
June 13, 2025/Infectious Disease

Is the Hygiene Hypothesis True or False?

We don’t fully understand how cleanliness impacts immune system development, but we do know that preventing illness is important

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Child eats a piece of chicken with a full plate of chicken in the foreground
June 10, 2025/Nutrition

Protein and Kids: How Much Is Too Much?

Most kids get enough protein in a regular diet — too much can have side effects

A child uses a pool noodle to stay afloat while an adult supervises behind them
June 9, 2025/Children's Health

Pool Safety: How To Keep Kids Safe in the Water

Keep kids safe while they swim by staying vigilant and setting up a safe pool environment

Smiling baby with big eyes and two tiny teeth
May 21, 2025/Children's Health

When Do Babies’ Eyes Change Color?

Once your baby’s eyes are exposed to more light, they may start to deepen in hue or change color altogether, usually between 3 and 9 months

Caregiver standing behind toddler at sink, helping them wash their hands
May 16, 2025/Children's Health

What Is Scaffolding?

This child development strategy is all about meeting your child where they are

Young child sitting on edge of bed, holding stomach in discomfort
May 9, 2025/Digestive

Signs Your Child May Have Celiac Disease

Delays in growth, stomach aches and bathroom issues are all symptoms of this serious digestive condition

Child playing with toys, being assessed from afar by a healthcare provider

How Common Is Autism?

Current research suggests 1 of every 31 children in the U.S. has ASD — and that’s probably an undercount

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