700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

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Swimmer’s ear can turn summer fun into a painful problem. Learn how to help protect your child’s ears with five easy prevention tips, and when to call the pediatrician.

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Why It’s Important That a Variety of People Participate in Clinical Research
For years, many clinical studies didn’t reflect the rich diversity of the people they’re meant to help. Learn how including people of different ages, races, ethnicities and sexes in research leads to more accurate results, safer treatments and better health outcomes for everyone.
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FPIES: What Is It?
FPIES is a rare type of food allergy that doesn’t cause hives or swelling but can lead to severe vomiting and lethargy hours after eating. Learn how it presents in infants, why it’s tricky to diagnose, and why most children eventually outgrow it.
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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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Vaccines: Frequently Asked Questions

Dec 03, 2025

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. Read More

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Cystic Fibrosis: Diagnosis, Treatment and a Team Approach

Dec 03, 2025

Learn more about cystic fibrosis; what it is, how it is diagnosed and treatment.  Read More

The ABCs of DNA Sequencing: Reading Your Genetic Code

Dec 03, 2025

Learn the basics of DNA sequencing and how understanding your genetic code can help unlock important information about health, risks and individual differences. Read More

Do Vaccines Cause Autism?

Dec 02, 2025

Vaccines and autism: separate fact from fiction — see what science really says. Read More

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Biofeedback: What Is It?

Dec 02, 2025

Help your child better understand their body’s stress signals. Biofeedback is a safe, painless technique that teaches children and teens how to calm their nervous system, reduce physical symptoms like headaches or stomachaches, and regain a sense of control. Learn how real-time feedback, relaxation skills, and guided practice can improve stress, pain, sleep, and overall well-being. Read More

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Advice for the Picky Eater in Your Family

Dec 01, 2025

Worried your child will only eat the same few foods? Picky eating is usually a phase, and patience goes a long way. Learn how repeated gentle exposures, involving kids in choosing fruits and veggies, and role-modeling at the table can help your child feel more comfortable trying new foods—and when to check in with your pediatrician. Read More

The Power of Skin-to-Skin Care: Why Kangaroo Care Matters for You and Your Baby

Nov 26, 2025

NICU babies, like all babies and all humans for that matter, are very complex; but that’s what makes them so phenomenal. There’s more to them than just their physical being. Read More

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New Study: GERD Infants in Feeding and Therapeutics (GIFT)

Nov 26, 2025

A lot of times, babies who arch their backs and are irritable are diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), based on these behaviors alone.  Read More