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October 21, 2024/Children's Health

What Is Birth Order Theory?

Being the oldest, youngest or middle child may affect characteristics and traits, but the theory isn’t an official medical or psychological diagnosis

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October 17, 2024/Children's Health

Is Eldest Daughter Syndrome Real?

Being the oldest female sibling in your family can have an impact on your personality and behavior

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October 15, 2024/Children's Health

Can an RSV Vaccine Protect Infants From the Virus?

The first year of the RSV immunization program brought promising results

Child attempting to mediate parents' argument while pot on stove boils over and moping goes undone
October 14, 2024/Children's Health

What Is Parentification?

Think of this behavior as a role reversal between parent and child — when a child takes on responsibility that’s not developmentally appropriate for their age

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October 14, 2024/Children's Health

Baby Poop Colors: What Do They Mean?

If it’s brown, yellow or green, there’s typically no need to worry, but call your pediatrician if your little one’s stool is red, black or white

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October 3, 2024/Children's Health

Signs of Autism in Girls and Women — and Why They Can Be Overlooked

Differences in symptom presentation may lead to women and girls being underdiagnosed

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October 2, 2024/Children's Health

Is It OK for Kids To Have Imaginary Friends?

Creating a pal in their mind can help children learn social skills, overcome fears and build creativity

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September 23, 2024/Ear, Nose & Throat

Sound the Alarm: How Headphones Can Harm Your Hearing

Avoid poorly fitting gear, opt for quality devices and consider sound-limiting technology to help prevent noise-induced hearing loss

Baby trying to walk from one parent to the other
September 19, 2024/Children's Health

When Will Your Baby Start Walking?

Your little one may be up and walking as early as 9 to 12 months

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September 16, 2024/Children's Health

4 Myths About Nipple Confusion, How To Avoid It and When To Get Help

If your baby has problems switching between breast and bottle, talk to your provider to get to the bottom of the confusion

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