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Stay informed and keep your child happy and healthy with our comprehensive children's health information.

Parent checking temperature of small sickly child in bed.
June 21, 2023/Infectious Disease

Scarlet Fever and Strep Have Been on the Rise: What Should You Know — and Do — About It?

Awareness and prompt treatment can help keep your family safe

Parent breastfeeding their baby while sitting on the floor in their living room.
June 20, 2023/Children's Health

4 Things You Need To Know About Breastfeeding With Nipple Piercings

Removing the piercing as early as possible is important for avoiding complications

Older child belted into rear-facing care seat, in back seat of the car
June 19, 2023/Children's Health

Essential Tips for Car Seat Safety

Keep your child rear-facing as long and possible, and ensure proper fit and installation

mother breastfeeding baby
June 13, 2023/Children's Health

You’ve Had Breast Surgery — Will That Impact Your Ability To Breastfeed?

Severed milk ducts or lost glandular tissue may affect your milk production

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mother leaning over baby's crib
June 12, 2023/Children's Health

Can Babies Get Strep Throat?

It’s uncommon in kids under 3, but providers may test under certain circumstances

Worried person twists ends of hair while in school library.

What Is Stimming?

Self-stimulating behaviors are often ways of self-regulating or coping with intense emotions

Baby pinches cereal pieces to eat while sitting in stroller.
May 23, 2023/Children's Health

Finger to Thumb: What To Know About the Pincer Grasp

This fine motor skill marks an important milestone in your baby’s development

Mom burps gassy baby who sits on her lap.
May 22, 2023/Children's Health

Why Gripe Water Isn’t the Best Answer for Your Fussy, Gassy or Colicky Baby

Gripe water isn’t regulated by the FDA, and research doesn’t support its use

3 kids playing pirates
May 17, 2023/Parenting

A Pirate’s Guide To Parenting Styles

Sailing between parenting styles in specific situations is key

Teething baby crying
May 1, 2023/Children's Health

Teething Doesn’t Cause Fevers — and Other Myths To Sink Your Teeth Into

Drooling, chewing and mild fussing are the most common baby teething symptoms

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