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That Anal Itch: How to Diagnose and Permanently Get Rid of Pinworms

That mom’s face said it all — her expression changed from worried to grossed-out as I showed her the squiggling ...

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Cut your bills: 12 ways to save money on over-the-counter medications

There’s nothing like a sick kid to make a parent desperate, willing to spend a lot of money on any ...

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The Why’s and How’s: Asking questions of your pediatrician

Doctors are not always the greatest communicators. This probably doesn’t come as a shock. In fact, many of you can ...

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Fast Food and Your Kids: What do you really get in that drive-through “kids meal” and are you “happy” about it?

“I’m hungry, mom. Can you please get me some chicken and French fries?” This high pitched plea rang out from ...

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Drinking Another Mom’s Breastmilk: the science, money and emotions behind this growing business

Would you give your baby another mom’s breast milk? Would you pay for breast milk? Would you donate or sell ...

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10 tricks to avoid allergies this spring

One look at my then 4-year-old’s puffy eyes and I knew I had an allergy-sufferer on my hands. I made ...

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You’re piercing what? Medical complications of cartilage and ear piercing

It was almost midnight when 14-year-old Kyla came to the emergency room with her mom and two friends– but they ...

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Teens and Calcium – 8 Things to Remember

I often have to remind my teen to drink milk and force yogurt or cheese for a snack. As teenagers ...

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How Long Can A Baby Go Without Pooping?

“Is 18 days too long to go without pooping?” a mom of a 3-month-old asked. Believe it or not, yes ...