700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Courtney Porter, RN, MS on Dec 09, 2025

A visit to the doctor or urgent care doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Learn what to pack, how to keep your child comfortable, and simple ways to plan ahead so your family’s visit goes more smoothly.

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Advocating for the Artistic Athlete

Dancers are athletes—and artists—who face unique physical and emotional challenges. Learn practical strategies to help dancers speak up for their health, prevent injuries, and thrive both on stage and in training.

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Vaccines: Frequently Asked Questions
Confused by all the chatter about vaccines? Wondering about autism, hepatitis B, or why kids need so many shots? We’ve got answers backed by decades of research. Learn the truth about vaccine safety, why early protection matters, and how immunizations keep your family healthy.
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Pediatric News You Can Use From America’s Largest Pediatric Hospital and Research Center

700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Some people with epilepsy can have clusters of seizures which are often called “seizure clusters.” They can be very confusing to recognize. Seizure clusters are seizures that start and stop, but occur in groups one right after another. Read More

Childhood Cancer: Treating the Whole Family

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Childhood cancer affects more than just the patient—it impacts the entire family. Learn how comprehensive care addresses emotional, social, and practical needs to support families through treatment and beyond. Read More

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Growing up, I always thought I knew what a hero was. At first, my heroes were Batman and Superman. Later, as I learned to love sports, my heroes became talented athletes who played on my favorite teams. Read More

Born with Spina Bifida: Blake’s Journey Home

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Born with spina bifida, Blake faced challenges from day one—but his story is one of strength, expert care, and a family’s unwavering love. Discover how Nationwide Children’s helped Blake overcome obstacles and thrive at home. Read More

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Why I Became a Clinical Researcher

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Discover the personal journey behind a clinician-scientist’s commitment to improving family health. Learn how real patient conversations inspired innovative research to prevent obesity and promote heart health for children and parents. Read More

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Helping kids overcome urinary incontinence isn’t just about managing accidents, it’s about restoring confidence and quality of life. Learn how sacral nerve stimulation offers hope for children who haven’t responded to traditional treatments.
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Understanding Sight Words

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Sight words are the building blocks of early reading—but they’re only part of the story. Learn why these tricky words matter, how they fit with phonics, and simple ways to make reading fun and effective for your child. Read More

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When the pleasant fall weather starts to shift to the colder temperatures of winter, we debate if it is cold enough to turn on the heat. This is also the season when carbon monoxide poisonings spike.  Read More