700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Myeshia Harmon on Oct 15, 2026

Families play an important role in advancing pediatric research. Learn where to find clinical studies, what questions to ask before participating and how you can support research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital—even without joining a study.

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Domestic Violence and Pets: Why Animal Abuse is a Warning Sign

Learn how animal abuse can be a warning sign of domestic violence and what families can do to help protect both people and pets.

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When your baby is sick, it’s natural to want to keep them extra close—but safe sleep is just as important during illness. Learn how to create a safe sleep environment, avoid overheating and protect your baby while they rest and recover.

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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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