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Posted by: Jennifer Kosla, PCPNP, DNP on Aug 01, 2025

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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How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs and Alcohol

It is important to start talking to your children about alcohol and other drugs before they are exposed, as early as age 9.

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Baby Talk vs Parentese: How to Talk with Your Baby

Your baby is already learning to talk just by listening to you! Discover the difference between baby talk and parentese, and get expert tips for building your baby's language skills through everyday moments, songs, gestures, and fun interactions.

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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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A Cure for Food Allergies? Not Just Yet.

Apr 16, 2015

In the United States, approximately 5-8% of all children have a food allergy. Any one of the parents of these children will tell you that they cannot wait for a cure. Food allergy reactions can occur after ingestion of just a trace amount of food. Read More

Cow's Milk Found in Online Breast Milk

Apr 06, 2015

The practice of buying and selling human breast milk over the Internet seems to be growing in popularity. Many parents turn to women who are willing to share extra breast milk. Read More

April is Autism Awareness Month

Apr 02, 2015

You may not be aware of it, but April is Autism Awareness Month. In fact, April 2nd is designated World Autism Awareness Day by the United Nations. This day recognizes the increasing prevalence of autism around the world and its impact on families, schools and businesses. Read More

Are Laxatives Safe For Children?

Mar 17, 2015

While potential concerns have been raised about use of PEG 3350 in children, one must realize that refusing to use PEG 3350 laxatives due to a possible danger can result in the occurrence of a real known danger. Read More

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How to Talk to Children about Death

Mar 11, 2015

“Mommy, I don’t want you to die!” As parents, we try our best to protect our children from death, which is an unfortunate reality of life. Read More

3 Things Women With Congenital Heart Disease Should Know About Pregnancy

Mar 05, 2015

Today, we expect that most children treated for congenital heart disease will survive to adulthood and lead a full adult life. That means more women with congenital heart disease are interested in pregnancy than ever before. Read More

Car Seat Safety: Are You Listening?

Mar 02, 2015

Are pediatricians not communicating, or are parents not listening? I don’t know the answer to that question, but recent data suggests that there is a communication breakdown somewhere in the process of education about child safety. Read More

Prevention of Peanut Allergies: Are We Ready to Take the LEAP?

Feb 26, 2015

With the LEAP study, we finally have some proof that early introduction may prevent against the development of peanut allergies. Every single child enrolled in this study underwent skin prick testing and physician supervised oral challenge to peanut. Read More