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Posted by: Lelia Emery, MT-BC on Jun 27, 2025

Growing evidence shows that babies whose parents sing, read, or play with them to music have a greater chance of reaching developmental milestones on time.

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Laser Treatment: Advances to Improve Scars

Advances in burn care have increased the survival rate for patients with significant burn injuries, however the significant scarring can lead to problems.

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10 Tips to Teach Your Kids How to Combat Bullying

A 2022 national survey found that 19.2% of students ages 12-18 reported being bullied during school, with 21.6% of those students being bullied online or by text. As a parent or caregiver, how can you recognize the signs and offer your child help?

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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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Summer is Peak Time for Thunderstorms: Are You Lightning Ready?

Jun 24, 2019

Most of us remember a time when we played in the rain or were unexpectedly caught in a storm. But the lightning lurking nearby can be a serious threat. Read More

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Is LGBTQ Community at Higher Risk for Mental Health Concerns?

Jun 20, 2019

One in five children is living with a mental illness, and 50 percent of all lifetime mental illnesses start by the age of 14. Studies show that LGBTQ youth may experience more negative mental health outcomes than their peers. Read More

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Soccer-Related Injuries: Staying Safe on the Field

Jun 18, 2019

Because soccer is such a physically demanding sport, it is common to have players leave the field with bruises, scrapes and bumps. Not all symptoms and injuries are as simple to fix and might require more expert care and treatment. Read More

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Guardianships and POAs: Transitioning to Adult Care

Jun 13, 2019

Most parents don’t stop worrying about their child after they turn 18. For parents of young adults with lifelong medical conditions and cognitive or learning disorders, there is an added worry of whether their child can be their own advocate. Read More

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4 Things to Know About Caring for Your Child’s Cast

Jun 11, 2019

Up to 40% of girls and as many as 50% of boys experience a broken bone during childhood. Here are four things you should know about casts and how to care for them. Read More

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Calling All Parents: Do you Know About the Summer Slide?

Jun 06, 2019

Even though there is a lot of debate about how to prevent summer learning loss, we know that kids who are actively engaged in learning during the summer are better set up for success down the road. Here are some tips to keep kids learning. Read More

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7 Ways to Help Your Kids Maintain Structure This Summer

Jun 04, 2019

For a lot of children, summer means no school, warm weather and staying up late. While we want summer to be a time for our kids to relax and enjoy themselves, we also know that children strive and feel most safe when there is a sense of routine to their every day. Read More

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"After" the Movie: Teaching Teens About Boundaries and Manipulation in Relationships

May 28, 2019

“After” is a digital book that was self-published in 2013 by author, Anna Todd. The series has been compared to “Fifty Shades of Gray” and “Twilight”, both of which highlight unhealthy relationships between the male and female lead characters. Read More