Tag: Pediatrics

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Managing the Move from Pediatrics to Adult Care

As children age, their health needs change, and so should their care. Here’s what you need to know to help your children transition from pediatrics to adult care.

Mom with upset teen

Making Sense of Teens and Their Mood Swings

Teens and their moods can change like the weather: Sometimes they’re stormy and hot, other times they’re pleasant and calm, or they can be cold and icy. While parents can use apps to help prepare for volatile weather, they’re often caught completely unprepared when they find themselves in the path of a teen mood swing tornado.

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Scrape, Bang, Bump: How to Prevent and Treat Common Childhood Injuries

Every child injures themself at some point. However, parents and guardians can take steps to prevent certain childhood injuries and learn basic first aid, which can make a difference in a serious situation.

Meals for Picky Eaters: Help Your Kids Enjoy Nutritious Food

When your child refuses to eat the same foods the rest of the family usually eats, you might have a picky eater on your hands. Here are some nutritious meals for picky eaters that could become new family favorites.

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Help Your Child Deal with Bullying

Has your child run into a bully or seen other kids get bullied? Take a deep breath. The best thing you can do is offer support, comfort and reassurance to your child during what’s undoubtedly a challenging time. Get tips here.

Child with Food Allergies

Food Allergies: How They Develop and How to Treat Them

There are many things people can be allergic to, including foods. How do you recognize that you, your baby or your child has a food allergy and what can you do about it?

Baby Sleeping

How to Get a Baby to Sleep: Developing Healthy Habits from the Start

Getting enough sleep and establishing a bedtime routine is important for every family with young children. Knowing what to expect at every stage of development can help build a lifetime of healthy sleeping habits.

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Is It Serious? Understanding Your Child’s Pain

Children may experience a variety of uncomfortable symptoms as they grow. Asking the right questions will help you know when to seek medical care.