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When AI Feels Like a Friend: How to Keep Kids Safe

AI tools aren’t going away, and in many contexts, they can be helpful. By staying engaged, setting limits, and keeping the conversation open, parents can ensure that technology remains a tool—not a substitute for care, compassion, and community.

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IBD and School Accommodations: Establishing a 504 Plan

The establishment of a 504C plan (a legal document which provides for school-related accommodations for students with medical conditions), can be helpful in reducing stress for both families and students and allow a child with IBD to reach their full academic potential. Here are the necessary steps to ensure your child gets school accommodations.

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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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Formula Shortage: What Parents Can Do

May 17, 2022

The infant formula shortage that is currently impacting the United States has reached an unprecedented level. It has left families wondering what they should feed their children if they cannot find their usual formula. Read More

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Neonatology

The Importance of Vitamin D and Being Outside

Spending Time Outdoors Promotes Good Mental Health

May 16, 2022

As temperatures warm and days grow longer, spending time outdoors can positively affect mental and physical health. From improving mood to increasing activity levels, nature can nurture us. Read More

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Behavioral Health

Home Safety Series: The Kitchen

May 12, 2022

The kitchen is the heart of many families’ homes. Because it’s used so often for a variety of activities, it’s a high-risk injury area. Follow these tips to keep your family safer in the kitchen. Read More

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Center for Injury Research and Policy

Reframing Your Child's Behavioral Problem: The Impact of Experiences on Children's Mental Health

May 10, 2022

Trauma-focused care has become popular over the past few years, significantly changing how we understand mental health. Learn more. Read More

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The Center for Family Safety and Healing

Bunk Bed Safety

May 05, 2022

Although bunk beds can open up the possibilities of what you can do with your space, there are about 36,000 bunk-bed related injuries among children every year in the United States. Parents can help prevent these injuries by talking to their children about how to use bunk beds safely and taking the proper precautions in their child’s room. Read More

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The Center for Family Safety and Healing

Why Do Children Lie?

May 03, 2022

When children lie, it can be a frustrating and emotional battle. While lying is typical behavior, there are some strategies you can use to minimize it and encourage honesty. Read More

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Behavioral Health

From Teen to Adult: Learning About Their Medications

Apr 28, 2022

When taking medicine is an important part of your child’s care, talking to them in an age-appropriate way about their prescriptions starting when they are young will help them as they grow and start to do more on their own. Increasing their skills when they are teenagers will help them manage their own care as adults. Read More

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Urology Reconstruction: What Are the Options?

Apr 26, 2022

One of the reasons families come to the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction is the multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach to care to provide the best possible care to their child. Our team represents urology, gynecology, colorectal, psychology, social work, and child life. Read More

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