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Posted by: John Ackerman, PhD , Rachel Jones , Amberle Prater, PhD, LPCC-S on Apr 24, 2026

Losing someone to death by suicide can be shocking, frightening, and incomprehensible for both adults and children alike. Helping a child manage the unexpected loss in a healthy way is an important step forward.

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How to Support Children Through Grief
Navigating any kind of loss can be difficult. Supporting a child through the loss of a loved one, especially when you're grieving, too, is even harder.
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How to Talk with Children About Death
Talking to a child about death can be feel overwhelming. Walking through a grief journey together can create closeness and resilience that they will carry with them as they grow. 
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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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Beyond Video Games and Social Media: 3 Tips to Limit Screen Time and Add Exercise

Apr 20, 2026

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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Looksmaxxing: The Pressure to Look Perfect

Apr 17, 2026

Social media has fueled a growing trend known as looksmaxxing, which encourages individuals – especially boys and young men – to “optimize” their appearance. Read More

Homemade Baby Food: The Danger of Nitrates

Apr 16, 2026

Many parents want to make homemade baby food. And why not? But danger lurks in that good-looking meal, primarily in the form of nitrate contamination and botulism. Read More

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Child Life: True or False?

Apr 15, 2026

Watch this YouTube Short to learn the facts about Child Life! Read More

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Ankle Impingement Syndrome: Pain in the Gymnast Athlete

Apr 14, 2026

That stinging ankle pain after tumbling or vault landings isn’t something gymnasts should ignore. Learn how tight calves and limited ankle motion can lead to anterior ankle impingement, the signs to watch for, and how mobility and eccentric strength work can help reduce pain and protect performance. Read More

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Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding: Working Through the Challenges

Apr 14, 2026

Breast/chestfeeding offers powerful benefits for babies and parents—but the early weeks can come with real challenges. Learn what’s normal, when to get help for issues like latch pain or delayed milk, how often babies should feed, and why combination feeding can still provide meaningful benefits. Read More

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Breastfeeding Myths

Apr 13, 2026

As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, it is important to debunk some common myths about human milk feeding that can make things harder for new parents. Read More

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Should Parents with Diabetes Breastfeed?

Apr 13, 2026

Parents who have diabetes of any kind are similar to other new parents in many ways. But according to a study here at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, they are less likely to breastfeed their newborn baby in the hospital and continue breastfeeding for at least two months. Read More