12 Safety Tips for Christmas Decorations
Twinkly lights, candles, holiday trees and plants, ornaments, and other decorations are a popular part of holiday celebrations. Besides being festive and fun, the decorations your family brings out every year can help children feel connected to family traditions. When decorating for the holidays, keep these safety tips in mind: Check out this video from […]
December 13, 2023
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Flying with Baby: FAQ
Taking a baby on a plane is something that most parents approach with trepidation- with good reason. Infants and air travel can both be unpredictable, and they don’t always mix well. But some advanced planning and preparation can help make for a better experience for your baby, for you, and for everyone else on the […]
December 6, 2023
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Caring for a Premature Baby
November is Prematurity Awareness Month! To help spread awareness and education about prematurity, here are some facts and tips about caring for premature babies: Premature birth occurs in about 11 to 13 percent of pregnancies in the US. Almost 60 percent of twins, triplets, and other multiple deliveries result in preterm births. It is important to […]
November 8, 2023
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Impetigo: What to Know About This Common Skin Infection in Children
Impetigo is a common skin infection caused by bacteria. It is most often seen in children between two and five years old, but anyone can get it. What causes impetigo? Impetigo starts when there is a break in the skin. This can be from an insect bite, cut, or skin damage from another condition like eczema. […]
November 1, 2023
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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS): Common Questions & Concerns
October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month. Approximately 3,500 infants die annually in the United States from sleep-related infant deaths, including sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). and other causes that are unclear at first, including accidental suffocation or strangulation. The shock, grief, and guilt felt by families who lose an infant can be […]
October 18, 2023
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Cerebral Palsy in Children
Children with cerebral palsy have trouble controlling their movement. The condition is the most common disability that affects a child’s motor control. Cerebral palsy usually is caused by a brain injury or abnormal brain development before birth or early in life. Genetic causes, although less common, can also play a role. Here is what families need to know about […]
October 11, 2023
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