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My child stuck something in their ear — now what?

Whether this is an emergency depends on the object. ...

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Is it a seizure or something else?

You might be wondering how you know if your child is having a seizure. Look for these common signs. ...

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Why early intervention is important for your child’s mental health

Intervention for mental health issues can begin as early as 3 years old. ...

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Returning to baseball or softball after an injury

Enrolling your young athlete in an off-season or preseason exercise routine or an arm-care program can help. ...

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What to know about hand and wrist injuries

If you see an obvious break or blood, take your child to the emergency department for more immediate care. ...

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My child has big tonsils — should I worry?

Most of the time, big tonsils are not a problem. ...

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How gratitude supports your child's emotional growth

Gratitude plays a key role in emotional development and helps build lifelong positive habits. ...

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Get your kids involved in Thanksgiving meal prep with these age-appropriate tasks

Here are some ideas on engaging kids of all ages in tasks that make them part of the celebration. ...

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X-rays at the dentist: Have you noticed these changes?

The level of radiation exposure during dental imaging has decreased as technology has improved. So why not leave the lead ...