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Posted by: Lelia Emery, MT-BC on Jun 27, 2025

Growing evidence shows that babies whose parents sing, read, or play with them to music have a greater chance of reaching developmental milestones on time.

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Laser Treatment: Advances to Improve Scars

Advances in burn care have increased the survival rate for patients with significant burn injuries, however the significant scarring can lead to problems.

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10 Tips to Teach Your Kids How to Combat Bullying

A 2022 national survey found that 19.2% of students ages 12-18 reported being bullied during school, with 21.6% of those students being bullied online or by text. As a parent or caregiver, how can you recognize the signs and offer your child help?

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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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Exercise as Medicine: What's Your Child's Dose?

Jun 26, 2025

What if a daily dose of movement could help your child fight anxiety, improve sleep, and prevent chronic disease? Good news: it can! Discover how to treat exercise like medicine, with simple steps to build a personalized fitness “prescription” for your family. Read More

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Farm Safety for Kids

Jun 24, 2025

Farms can be a fun and enriching place for kids, but they can also be dangerous. Discover key tips to help prevent injuries, from setting up safe play areas to supervising around animals and equipment. Keep your kids safe while they explore life on the farm. Read More

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Navigating Missing School for Mental Health Treatment

Jun 23, 2025

Deciding when it’s okay to remove your child from class for a medical appointment can be even more difficult when they have had sporadic school participation for nearly a year because of the pandemic. Read More

How to Talk to Kids About Divorce

Jun 23, 2025

Divorce can be a life-altering transition -- not just for parents, but also for children. While every family’s experience is different, many parents worry about how their children will adjust and what they can do to support them through the transition. Read More

The Importance of Sports Nutrition for Young Athletes

Jun 20, 2025

Young athletes train long hours for their sport. In order to optimize that training, proper nutrition needs to be a regular component of their workout plan. A car needs fuel to run properly just as people need a healthful eating plan. Read More

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Including Fathers in Children’s Healthcare: Why It’s Important

Jun 19, 2025

Fathers play a powerful role in their child’s health, but they’re often left out of the conversation. Learn why dad’s involvement in doctor visits matters, the barriers many fathers face, and how tools like MyChart can help both parents stay engaged in their child’s care. Read More

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Vocal Cord Dysfunction: When Breathing Difficulty Might Not Be Asthma

Jun 18, 2025

Is your athlete still struggling to breathe, even after using an inhaler? It might not be asthma. Learn how Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) mimics asthma symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and why speech therapy, not medication, is the key to relief. Read More

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Understanding the 4 Phases of Clinical Research

Jun 17, 2025

Ever wonder how new treatments make it from the lab to your doctor’s office? Clinical research happens in four key phases, each designed to ensure safety, effectiveness, and long-term impact. Learn what each phase means and why they matter for medical advances. Read More