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Posted by: Daniel Coury, MD on May 20, 2026

First published November 2015 Updated May 2026 For several years, most pediatricians have been following guidelines created by medical experts that suggest all children between the ages of 18 and 24 months be screened for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – even if the parents aren’t

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Early Literacy Supported by Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Free books delivered to your child’s door every month? That’s the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Learn how this program supports early literacy, builds vocabulary and a love of reading, and how families in Ohio can enroll children ages 0–5 at no cost.
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What to Expect at a Well Child Appointment
Because kids grow up so quickly, it’s important to keep an eye on their wellness each year. By scheduling a yearly well-child check, you’re ensuring your child’s health is assessed by a pediatrician you can trust.

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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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The Importance of Tummy Time

Sep 22, 2015

As a new parent, you’ve probably heard the term “tummy time” and been told it is an important part of your baby’s development. Read More

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Universal Newborn Hearing Screening

Sep 15, 2015

Before babies are born, they use their hearing to listen to the sounds around them. Listening specifically to speech and language sounds in the first few months of their life is what prepares babies to speak. Read More

Potty Training Troubles in Kids with Autism

Jul 08, 2013

Potty training can be tough on any parent and child. But when the child has autism, this rite of passage can be even more challenging. The sensory and obsessive compulsive issues that often accompany autism make it hard for some children to just sit on a toilet, let alone learn to use the bathroom Read More