700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Rhiannon Reid on Jul 14, 2025

A pediatric physical therapist can assess whether your child’s motor development is on track or if some extra help or home practice might be needed. Learn more about what many children achieve between the ages of one and six.

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Poison Hemlock: What Parents Should Know

Poison hemlock may look like a harmless wildflower, but it’s dangerously toxic. Learn how to spot this invasive plant, what symptoms to watch for, and how to protect your children and pets from accidental exposure.

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Healthy Meals and Snacks for the Busy Athlete

Busy schedules shouldn’t mean skipped meals or fast food. Learn how to fuel your young athlete with simple, nutritious meals and snacks even on the go. These time-saving tips from a registered dietitian can help your child stay energized, strong, and focused.

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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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Recreational Cannabis (Marijuana): How Does This Impact My Children?

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In 2024, Ohio is on track to see a 49% increase in edible marijuana exposures in children from 2023. This is a significant increase, but one that was expected given the legalization of recreational cannabis in Ohio. Read More

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I remember the first time I used a tanning bed. I was fourteen years old and wholly unaware of the risk I was taking. I was suddenly conscious of the obvious tan lines I had naturally developed over the summer. Insistent on correcting the imperfections, off I went to the tanning salon. Read More

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Handling Back-to-School Expenses on a Budget

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Back-to-school shopping can be a financial whirlwind. But with careful planning and some creative strategies, you can prepare your kids for the new school year without breaking the bank. Here are some tips to help you navigate this expense.  Read More

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With the negativity and divisiveness in our current political climate, your kids are counting on you to help them understand the many images, messages, and actions that are occurring all around them.  Here’s how you can help.   Read More