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Allergies in Children
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Allergy describes a condition involving the immune system that causes sneezing and itching, chronic rashes, wheezing, or even life-threatening allergic reactions. Whether minor or serious, there are things you can do to prevent or control most allergic problems. The more you know about allergies—the
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Anemia in Children and Teens
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Anemia can make your child appear pale in color and feel cranky, tired, or weak. Though these symptoms may worry you, the most common causes of anemia—such as iron deficiency—are generally easy to treat, especially when anemia is detected early.
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Antibiotics Aren't Always Needed
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Parents need to know that using antibiotics when they are not the right medicine will not help and may even cause harm to children.
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Asthma and Your Child
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
This handout informs parents about asthma, including information about asthma symptoms, triggers, treatments, medicines, and how to communicate with your child's school.
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Baby Walkers: What You Need to Know
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about why baby walkers are not safe and what you can do.
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Babysitting Reminders
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Parents should: Meet the siiter and check references and training in advance. | Be certain the sitter has had first aid training and knows CPR. | Be sure the sitter is at least 13 years old and mature enough to handle common emergencies.
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Back to Sleep, Tummy to Play
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics for parents and caregivers about doing tummy time with babies and creating a safe sleep environment for them.
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Bedwetting
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Bedwetting is not a serious medical condition, but it can be a challenging problem for children and parents. Read on to find out more from the American Academy of Pediatrics about bedwetting and what can be done about it.
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