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February 14, 2025/Children's Health

Flying With a Baby: Your Questions Answered

Dress baby in layers, gate-check your stroller and bring noise-canceling headphones

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February 13, 2025/Children's Health

Co-Sleeping With Your Baby: How To Be Safe

Experts recommend having infants sleep in your bedroom but not in your bed

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February 7, 2025/Parenting

Why Parallel Parenting May Be Needed in High-Conflict Scenarios

If parents can’t get along with one another, they’ll need to determine what’s best for their child in separate situations

Teenager sitting on exam table talking to healthcare provider
February 6, 2025/Heart Health

What Causes Heart Attacks in Young People?

Congenital heart disease, genetic conditions and unhealthy lifestyle habits can put teens at higher risk for heart attack

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February 6, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

Plexiform Neurofibromas: Here’s What You Should Ask Your Child’s Doctor

These rare tumors are almost always a side effect of a condition called neurofibromatosis type 1, so asking if this is the case is important

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February 4, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

What To Know About Managing Plexiform Neurofibroma Symptoms

Staying active and documenting symptoms can help you, and your care team, stay on top of this chronic condition

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February 3, 2025/Children's Health

No, Vaccines Don’t Cause Autism

Older studies suggesting a link have been completely discredited — vaccinations are safe and effective

Stressed parents sitting outside of crib with baby crying in it
January 31, 2025/Children's Health

What Is the Cry-It-Out Method for Babies?

This sleep training method can bring quick results, but it may be stressful for parents

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January 31, 2025/Children's Health

How To Help Your Child With a Sleep Disorder

Help children get their needed rest by teaching good sleep hygiene, using mindfulness techniques and creating a calming environment

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January 27, 2025/Children's Health

What Is the Ferber Method of Sleep Training Your Baby?

Also known as graduated extinction, ‘Ferberizing’ teaches your child to self-soothe and fall asleep on their own

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