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Child health and development

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How to Be Your Child's Advocate at the Hospital

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6 Tips on Hospital Etiquette

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Keep Your Child's Hospital Visit As Painless As Possible

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5 common kids’ foods with lots of added sugar
Think twice before serving these "healthy" snacks and drinks to little ones.

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These Injuries Send 9.2 Million Kids to the Hospital Each Year
Burns, car crashes, concussions and other injuries contribute most to child and teen deaths rates...

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Is My Baby Ready for Solid Foods?
Follow these expert-backed tips to know when and how to serve your baby their first real meal....

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Should I Let My Baby ‘Cry It Out’?
Sleepless nights can be hard on new parents, but there are simple strategies to help your infant sle...

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Childhood Bullying Has Lasting Health Consequences
Taunts, social snubs, and nasty social media posts can have long-term effects on kids’ mental and ph...

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How can I help a perfectionist child who is easily frustrated?
Perfectionism in kids can be a form of anxiety. In this video, psychologist Dr. Jennifer Hartstein e...

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Study finds association between father-to-be's health and newborns
Studies have shown that fathers should be in good health in ensure a healthy beginning and life for ...