700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Casey Levy, MD, MPH on Feb 18, 2026

Orthorexia is a term used to describe an intense fixation to only eating foods considered “healthy” or “clean.” Unlike other eating disorders that focus on how much food is eaten, orthorexia centers on food quality and perfecting nutritional intake.

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Pediatric Liver Transplantation: Graft Types
Pediatric liver transplantation has advanced to meet the unique needs of young patients. Learn how different liver graft types—including technical variant and living donor grafts—help more children receive life-saving transplants sooner.
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Consent Under Pressure: How Caregivers Can Help Teens Build Safety, Boundaries, and Confidence
For many teens, dating and social relationships come with excitement, uncertainty, and pressure. Caregivers can help by creating space for honest conversations and by teaching teens how to recognize unsafe dynamics, set boundaries, and ask for help when needed.
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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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Red, White and BOOM: How Fireworks Affect Hearing

Feb 24, 2026

Fireworks are a fun part of Independence Day—but the loud booms can put your child’s hearing at risk. Learn how loud is too loud, why distance and hearing protection matter, and what signs to watch for after noisy events so your family can enjoy the show safely. Read More

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The Power of Pause: Helping Kids Eat Mindfully

Feb 24, 2026

Racing through meals can leave kids and adults feeling overly full and uncomfortable. Mindful eating—using our senses, slowing down, and building simple family habits—can help everyone eat at a comfortable pace, notice fullness, and enjoy food more. Read More

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How to Support Children’s Mental Health

Feb 23, 2026

In recognition of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day on May 9, here are a few tips for parents and caregivers – and other adults who can help support the children around them. Read More

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From Speech and Hearing to School Readiness: Supporting Early Learning

Feb 20, 2026

As your child begins Kindergarten, you’ll need to prepare him or her for the many tests that lie ahead over the years. The Ohio Department of Education recommends that ALL children entering Kindergarten have a developmental screening. Read More

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Why We Talk about Poop for a Peeing Problem

Feb 20, 2026

Is your child urgently running to the bathroom and having urinary accidents? Is your child experiencing urinary tract infections (UTIs) or pain with urination? Urinary problems and UTIs occur in many children and can affect family, social and school life. Read More

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Do Baby Monitors Help Prevent SIDS?

Feb 19, 2026

Parents want assurance that a monitor will alert them if their baby stops breathing and will prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Read More

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Wearable Baby Monitors: Do they Prevent SIDS?

Feb 19, 2026

Wondering if wearable baby monitors prevent SIDS? Learn what the research says, why false alarms may cause more harm than good, and how to truly keep your baby safe with proven safe sleep practices. Read More

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Long-Term Bowel Management: Letting Kids Be Kids!

Feb 17, 2026

Kids with certain medical conditions may have painful stools or unexpected accidents—but they still want to play sports, go to sleepovers, and have fun like everyone else. Bowel management programs, using enemas or oral medicines, can help kids stay clean, comfortable, and confident in everyday life. Read More