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Posted by: Allison Riggle, MSW, EdD on Jul 18, 2025

When we read with children, we aren’t just teaching words—we’re offering connection, stability, and the kind of presence that helps them grow with confidence and trust.

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Know Your Child’s Developmental Timeline

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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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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Flood Safety

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Data suggests that natural disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity causing more destruction than at any other time in recorded history. Floods and flash floods are among the most frequent and impactful disasters in the United States. Read More

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Home Safety Series: Bedroom and Nursery

Sep 06, 2022

Babies and young children spend much of their time in their nursery or bedroom - sleeping, playing, and exploring - so let’s make sure the nursery/bedroom is a safe place. Read More

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Is It a Temper Tantrum or Something More Serious?

Sep 01, 2022

Defiant behavior among toddlers and young children is a normal phase of child development. Children might throw temper tantrums or have rapid mood changes Read More

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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village

Aug 30, 2022

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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village

Aug 30, 2022

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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village

Aug 30, 2022

Providing human milk can be challenging, especially in the early weeks. Whether you are breastfeeding, chestfeeding, or pumping milk to feed your baby in a bottle it is important to have people who support you in your decision. Read More

Inclusive Lactation Care: Supporting All Parents in Their Lactation Journey

Aug 25, 2022

August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year the United States Breastfeeding Committee has announced the theme to be “Together We Do Great Things!”  Read More

Inclusive Lactation Care: Supporting All Parents in Their Lactation Journey

Aug 25, 2022

August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year the United States Breastfeeding Committee has announced the theme to be “Together We Do Great Things!”  Read More