700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Marcel J. Casavant, MD , Jacob Panteloukas, PharmD, RPh, CSPI on Aug 05, 2025

Preschoolers love to explore, but that curiosity can lead to danger when it comes to medications and household products. Learn why kids under 6 are most at risk for poisoning and get practical tips to keep your home safe and your child protected.

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Driveway and Parking Lot Safety

Being proactive and alert can help keep your family safer in driveways and parking lots and can help make sure that your kids know how to be safe around vehicles, both in and out of the neighborhood.

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Insect Repellent (Bug Spray) for Kids: What Parents Should Know

Bug bites are not just annoying, they can be harmful too. Some bugs carry germs that can make people sick. Using insect repellent helps keep bugs away, so your child can play safely.

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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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While not many people want to have their blood drawn, there are a few things that parents and caregivers can do to help prepare a child for the process. Read More

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Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Difference Between Boys and Girls

Apr 21, 2017

This is a ratio of 1 female for every 4 males diagnosed with autism. As more is known about autism, there is a growing awareness that these gender and sex differences may be more complex than we originally thought. Read More

Sexually Transmitted Infections and Teens: Parents Hold the Key to Prevention

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When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), many parents may feel uncomfortable talking with their teen. This is hardly surprising, as the “sex talk” tends to be the last thing most parents want to discuss! Read More

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Fertility Preservation: Planning For Life Beyond Treatment

Apr 12, 2017

Fertility can be a sensitive topic for some families, especially when children and adolescents are faced with life-altering medical conditions that could affect future parenthood. Read More

Warts: What They Are and How to Treat Them

Apr 10, 2017

Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by a virus and can vary in size and appearance. They are spread person-to-person through touch and typically appear on the hands and feet. Read More

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The Poop Palette: What Do All of Those Colors Mean?

Apr 07, 2017

Imagine the shock a parent must feel when their child says his poop is pink! Surprisingly, it can be common. While normal stools are usually brown, green, or yellow, there are reports from around the world of oddly colored poops due to uniquely colored foods. Read More

Getting Kids Ready for Kindergarten Screening with Occupational Therapy

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An occupational therapist can evaluate a child’s performance in the developmental areas mentioned below and, if necessary, set up a plan of care that will help to address any skills in need of growth. Read More

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Autism Diagnosis: A Parent's Perspective

Apr 02, 2017

Today is World Autism Day. Today, and every day, my world is autism. The first time a doctor mentioned autism to me I was shocked. Read More