How to Plan a Balanced Thanksgiving Meal for Picky Eaters
Thanksgiving- a holiday often full of elaborate food traditions- can be extra challenging for parents of picky eaters. Who wants a holiday dinner turned into a battle zone filled with whispered bargaining? Fortunately, with a little planning, you can create a balanced Thanksgiving meal the whole family will enjoy! Here are some tips to please […]
November 22, 2023
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Seizures and Epilepsy in Children
Seizures are sudden events that cause temporary changes in physical movement, sensation, behavior or consciousness. They are caused by abnormal electrical and chemical changes in the brain. Here’s what parents should know about seizures, how to help someone who is having one and when a child may be diagnosed with epilepsy. Are There Different Types […]
November 15, 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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Halloween Health & Safety Tips
Halloween is a time for spooky thrills and imagination. But the holiday also brings some extra risks for children and teens. Did you know that child pedestrian injuries are more likely on Halloween than on any other night of the year, for example? Help keep Halloween fun and safe for your family with these tips. Safety on […]
October 25, 2023
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RSV, Flu & COVID: What is the Difference?
Your child has a stuffy nose, cough, and fever. Is it the flu? COVID? Or are they symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)? Let’s look at four common childhood illnesses caused by viruses – COVID, flu, the common cold, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). All of them share some similar symptoms. Here are some clues […]
September 27, 2023
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Hearing Loss in Children
September is Deaf Awareness Month. The deaf community comes together every September to promote awareness of needs amongst the community and to celebrate the rich history surrounding the deaf community. They also use this time to highlight continued advocacy for deaf rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In recognition of Deaf Awareness Month, […]
September 20, 2023
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