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Posted by: Marci Johnson, LISW-S on Aug 27, 2025

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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The teen years are full of change physically, emotionally, and socially. From navigating peer pressure and independence to understanding growth milestones, discover what happens during middle adolescence and how parents can support their child along the way.

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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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Toileting for Kiddos With Complex Colorectal Needs

May 25, 2021

With children who have complex colorectal needs, their toileting time may look different with less privacy and more time needed in the bathroom. These children may feel “abnormal” due to their colorectal needs and could lead to difficulty accepting their diagnosis or connecting with peers. Read More

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Prader-Willi Syndrome: 4 Things Parents Need to Know

May 20, 2021

Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWI) is a genetic disease that is diagnosed by a blood test. Here are four things to know about this rare genetic disorder that is diagnosed in 1 out of every 30,000 individuals. Read More

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The Conversation I Love to Have with Parents about Asthma

May 11, 2021

Nothing stays the same, including your child’s asthma. We know that asthma is a chronic disease. Symptoms and severity may change from season to season, month to month, or even year to year. Read More

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Beyond Coloring: How Art Therapy Can Be a Positive Impact for All

May 10, 2021

Art therapy engages the mind and body in ways that are different from language alone. Visual and symbolic expression gives voice to experience and empowers individual, communal and societal transformation. Read More

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Should I Enroll My Child in a Summer Enrichment Program?

Apr 28, 2021

Not all enrichment programs are created equal, so early preparation and research is a must before deciding to enroll your child for the summer. Read More

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Noisy Breathing in Kids

Apr 27, 2021

Is your child a noisy breather? Find out why – and what to do about it. Read More

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What Are the Types of OCD?

Apr 23, 2021

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a relatively common type of anxiety disorder in which individuals have intrusive, anxiety-provoking thoughts and, in many cases, must do certain things to reduce their anxiety. Read More

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Sleep Training for Babies: How Everyone Can Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Apr 20, 2021

The joys of having a new baby…. and oh, the restless, sleep-deprived nights! One of the most common questions I get asked as a pediatrician is how to sleep train a baby. This is a time-tested recipe for establishing a sleep routine early on. Read More