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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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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Is Social Media Making Your Kid Depressed?

Nov 30, 2017

A recent study identified a correlation between the increased amount of time teens spend using electronic devices and increased symptoms of depression. The study does not prove that increased screen time causes increased symptoms of depression, but does indicate that there may be a link between the two. Read More

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Overproduction of Breast Milk: Can Anything Be Done?

Nov 24, 2017

Women with too much milk may have just as many problems as women who don’t have enough and they might feel just as guilty about their supply, but for different reasons. These women shouldn’t have to suffer in silence. Read More

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Underproduction of Breast Milk: How to Increase Your Supply

Nov 22, 2017

How much is “enough” breast milk? The answer is not a number, because it is different for each mother. “Enough” is the volume needed to feed your baby. Read More

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Making Lemonade Out of Lemons: Advice from Former NICU Parents

Nov 16, 2017

I still remember the first time I walked into the NICU. It was hours after the birth of my twin girls – 15 weeks too soon. The NICU was loud and unfamiliar. Read More

Teaching Your Kids About Kindness: Don't Miss the Mark

Nov 13, 2017

Ask your kids this question – “Am I teaching you to be kind?” Parents may be surprised to hear their children may not think so. And with the current news and world landscape, kindness is more important than ever. Read More

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Cystic Fibrosis: Diagnosis, Treatment and a Team Approach

Nov 07, 2017

When most people hear “cystic fibrosis” (CF) they think of a lung disease, if they know what CF is at all. While CF is a pulmonary disease, it also impacts other systems of the body. In fact, CF was discovered as a disease involving the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Read More

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Type 2 Diabetes in Children: Identifying Risks and Management

Nov 02, 2017

Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the body is unable to produce enough insulin, preventing the uptake of glucose by the body’s cells. Blood glucose becomes elevated and symptoms such as increased thirst, increased urination, increased appetite, nighttime urination or new-onset Read More

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Aquatic Therapy: Using Water for Wellness and Independence

Oct 31, 2017

Aquatic therapy is the use of water to support or teach a child skills just like they would in “land therapy.” The goal is to improve a child’s independence to complete tasks in his or her everyday life – some of which may be more difficult when the child is on land. Read More