700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Mike Patrick, MD on Oct 22, 2025

When the clocks fall back, kids’ routines can fall apart. Discover simple, science-backed strategies to help your child adjust to the time change and sleep better.

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Keeping Kids Safer at Home: Best Practices for Prescription and Over-The-Counter Medicine Storage
Every year, thousands of children are treated for accidental medicine ingestions—often from pills found in purses, travel packs, or unlocked cabinets. Learn how to store medicines safely, use child-resistant containers, and properly dispose of expired prescriptions to keep your home safe.
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Augmentative-Alternative Communication: What Is It?
Communication is more than just words. Augmentative-Alternative Communication (AAC) gives children new ways to express themselves through gestures, pictures, and technology. Learn how AAC works, debunk common myths, and find resources to get started.
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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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What to Do If Your Child Complains of Heartburn

Apr 16, 2025

Did you know that one of the top reasons children complain about chest pain is because they actually have heartburn? Heartburn often creates an uncomfortable burning feeling behind the breastbone. Read More

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Bladder Exstrophy: Care by Age and Stage

Apr 15, 2025

Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers a two-stage care approach to bladder exstrophy that gives families time to bond with their child, time to adjust and time to develop a plan with our experts. Read More

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Debunking Common Myths About Clinical Research

Apr 10, 2025

There are a lot of questions about clinical research and some common misunderstandings. Let’s discuss some common myths and what they really mean. Read More

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Salmonella: What Parents Need to Know

Apr 08, 2025

While salmonella can be unpleasant, a little knowledge goes a long way in keeping your family safe. And as always, good hygiene and food safety habits are your best defense! Read More

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What Is the Right Way To Stop a Nosebleed?

Apr 03, 2025

At some point during childhood, almost every kid will have a nosebleed. Here are some tips about caring for nosebleeds – and when it’s time to get your pediatrician involved. Read More

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How to Get Youth Engaged in the Community

Apr 01, 2025

When supporting communities with a vibrant and sustainable future in mind, youth participation is essential. When young people are active in their communities, they benefit both themselves and the society around them. Read More

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Using Video Analysis to Prevent Throwing Injuries

Mar 31, 2025

There are many parts to any athletic movement, and they all affect one another in a chain reaction. These are just a few of the common biomechanical issues we see and can correct. We use Video Analysis for numerous sports, including baseball, softball, volleyball, running and swimming. Athletic Trainers are experts in biomechanics and this tool helps us do even more for our young athletes. Read More

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4 Tips to Help Get Through a Difficult Pregnancy

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Here are 4 tips to help get through a difficult pregnancy. Read More