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Amber Teething Necklaces: Are They Safe?
Babies typically begin teething around six months of age. Usually, the front bottom two teeth emerge first, very closely followed ...
Does Your Kid Have Shark Teeth? Dealing with Permanent Tooth Eruption
Your kid might think their shark teeth look cool, but you might be more concerned. Dr. Emily Hahn, pediatric dentist ...
Does My Child Need a Checkup? | A Guide to Well Visits and Annual Physicals
I get it. There’s a pandemic going on. And even if there wasn’t – between work, school, homework, caring for ...
Good Manners in the Digital Age: Phone Etiquette
It’s hard enough to pry our children away from their devices, but it’s also important that they know how to ...
Miscarriage Management: My Personal Story
I have been so blessed with two wonderful, uncomplicated pregnancies and two beautiful, healthy daughters. But, there was another pregnancy ...
How to Alleviate First Trimester Nausea Symptoms
Morning sickness is a classic symptom of pregnancy. While not always in the literal morning, nausea affects many women in ...
No Period, No Problem? | When to Worry About Your Teen Athlete’s Missing Menstrual Cycle
While many teenagers would gladly not experience a menstrual period each month, for pediatricians taking care of them, regular periods ...
Swelling in Pregnancy: How to Alleviate Your Aching Feet and Hands
Swollen feet are a very common and well-known issue when pregnant. But, perhaps you’ve noticed swelling in other parts of ...
Anxiety as a Parent: Sending Your Kid Back to School
I remember the first day back to school as a kid, often full of nervous excitement, to find out which ...