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Posted by: Jennifer Ladd, MD, MSc on Nov 06, 2025

Prediabetes and type 2 diabetes are becoming more common in kids—but early action can make a big difference. Learn how to recognize the signs, understand risk factors, and support your child through healthy lifestyle changes and medical care.

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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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4 Things Parents Should Know About Weighted Blankets

Nov 01, 2019

Weighted blankets may be showing up on your social media feed as the “next best thing.” However, there are some things you should know before trying a weighted blanket for someone in your family. Read More

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Beyond Video Games and Social Media: 3 Tips to Limit Screen Time and Add Exercise

Oct 29, 2019

Trying to take screen time away from kids will cause whining and sometimes anger. If you focus on adding physical activity slowly, screen time will go down as a result. Read More

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Choosing the Best Technology to Manage Your Child’s Diabetes

Oct 22, 2019

The ultimate goal is to find a cure for diabetes. Until then, available technology can help lessen the burden and allow diabetes to fit more easily into a family’s lifestyle. Read More

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Returning to Running After an Injury: Slow and Steady Wins the Race

Oct 01, 2019

When fall sports are in full swing, we often see an influx of running-related injuries. Most often, these include stress fractures, strains and sprains, or inflammation of the growth plates. The common denominator is often increasing running intensity (mileage or speed) too quickly. Read More

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How Open Conversations With Kids Promote Healthy Relationships

Sep 27, 2019

It’s important to connect with your child during times of transition to promote healthy body image, boundaries and relationships. Here’s how you can have meaningful connections and conversations with your child. Read More

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Keeping Kids Active and Healthy - Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Sep 25, 2019

Daily physical activity for children is especially important with their transition back to school in the fall. We know physical activity can help improve self-esteem and mood, reduce symptoms of anxiety, decrease stress and even help to improve overall school performance! Read More

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4 Tips for Helping a Child with a Cancer Diagnosis

Sep 23, 2019

If you know a child with a cancer diagnosis, it can be difficult to understand how to support them and their family. Every child is different - learning and listening can help you be the most effective supporter during a difficult time. Read More

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Talking to Your Kids About Their Future: Questions to Get You Started

Sep 03, 2019

You may remember your parents telling you to figure out what you want to do with your life. Well time flies, and you might find yourself ready to have these same conversations with your child. So how do you encourage them to think about their plans for the future? Read More