Ask the Pediatrician: How to choose an insect repellent for your child

by Dr. Sophie J. Balk, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWarmer weather means more chances for kids to go outside to play, hike and enjoy the fresh air with family and fr

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Ask the Pediatrician: How to choose an insect repellent for your child

by Dr. Sophie J. Balk, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWarmer weather means more chances for kids to go outside to play, hike and enjoy the fresh air with family and fr

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Ask the Pediatrician: What are the benefits of breastfeeding?

by Lori Feldman-Winter, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: Is it clear that breastfeeding is the best choice for most babies? If I need to supplement with formula, is that OK?A:

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Ask the Pediatrician: What are the benefits of breastfeeding?

by Lori Feldman-Winter, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: Is it clear that breastfeeding is the best choice for most babies? If I need to supplement with formula, is that OK?A:

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Ask the Pediatrician: Do children really need all these vaccines?

by Dr. Whitney Casares, American Academy Of PediatricsCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: I read a lot online about vaccines. Do kids really need so many shots?A: Childhood vaccination has been one of modern

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Ask the Pediatrician: Do children really need all these vaccines?

by Dr. Whitney Casares, American Academy Of PediatricsCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: I read a lot online about vaccines. Do kids really need so many shots?A: Childhood vaccination has been one of modern

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Ask the Pediatrician: What steps should parents take to keep guns out of kids' hands?

by Judy SchaechterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: I'm thinking about getting a handgun for protection. What are the best ways to keep my kids safe with a gun in the house?A: Roughly a third of

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Ask the Pediatrician: What steps should parents take to keep guns out of kids' hands?

by Judy SchaechterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: I'm thinking about getting a handgun for protection. What are the best ways to keep my kids safe with a gun in the house?A: Roughly a third of

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Ask the Pediatrician: What should parents know about SIDS and how to prevent it?

by Dr. Michael GoodsteinCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: I've been reading about SIDS and wonder if some babies are at greater risk for it? How do I prevent it?A: Thousands of U.S.babies&

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Ask the Pediatrician: What should parents know about SIDS and how to prevent it?

by Dr. Michael GoodsteinCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: I've been reading about SIDS and wonder if some babies are at greater risk for it? How do I prevent it?A: Thousands of U.S.babies&

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Ask the Pediatrician: What should parents know about COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5?

by Dr. Devika BhushanCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: I have heard that there's an approved COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5. What do I need to know about it?A: As the parent of an infant

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Ask the Pediatrician: What should parents know about COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5?

by Dr. Devika BhushanCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: I have heard that there's an approved COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5. What do I need to know about it?A: As the parent of an infant

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Ask the Pediatrician: What changes can families make to mitigate the effects of climate change?

by Rebecca PhilipsbornCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: The news about climate change is overwhelming. Are there steps average people can take that actually make a difference?A: Climate change can b

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Ask the Pediatrician: What changes can families make to mitigate the effects of climate change?

by Rebecca PhilipsbornCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: The news about climate change is overwhelming. Are there steps average people can take that actually make a difference?A: Climate change can b

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Ask the Pediatrician: How should parents talk to their kids about abuse in sports?

by Dr. Stacy W. Thomas and Dr. Michele LaBotzCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on a gymnastics team. How do I talk to her about the risks of sexual abuse in sports?A: Getting involved in spor

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Ask the Pediatrician: How should parents talk to their kids about abuse in sports?

by Dr. Stacy W. Thomas and Dr. Michele LaBotzCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on a gymnastics team. How do I talk to her about the risks of sexual abuse in sports?A: Getting involved in spor

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Ask the pediatrician: Is cannabis harmful for children and teens?

by Dr. Maria H. RahmandarCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs states across the country vote to legalize cannabis for medical or recreational adult use (or both), some parents feel unsure about what t

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Ask the pediatrician: Is cannabis harmful for children and teens?

by Dr. Maria H. RahmandarCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs states across the country vote to legalize cannabis for medical or recreational adult use (or both), some parents feel unsure about what t

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Ask the Pediatrician: When a pet dies, how do I help my child cope?

by Dr. Dipesh Navsaria, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainHow your child reacts to your pet's death will depend on their age and developmental level. When children di

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Ask the Pediatrician: When a pet dies, how do I help my child cope?

by Dr. Dipesh Navsaria, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainHow your child reacts to your pet's death will depend on their age and developmental level. When children di

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Ask the Pediatrician: What vaccines do tweens, teens and young adults need?

by Rebekah FentonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainStarting at about age 7 through age 18, children and teens need a number of important vaccines to protect them.The vaccines that are recommended for

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Ask the Pediatrician: What vaccines do tweens, teens and young adults need?

by Rebekah FentonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainStarting at about age 7 through age 18, children and teens need a number of important vaccines to protect them.The vaccines that are recommended for

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Ask the pediatrician: How can parents talk to teens about sexting?

by Yolanda (Linda) Reid ChassiakosCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on her cellphone a lot. How do I talk to her about sexting and other privacy concerns?A: Sexting is the sending or

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Ask the pediatrician: How can parents talk to teens about sexting?

by Yolanda (Linda) Reid ChassiakosCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on her cellphone a lot. How do I talk to her about sexting and other privacy concerns?A: Sexting is the sending or

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