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Young athletes deal with stress every day. They may feel stress from hard practices, big games, schoolwork and their emotions. Learning how to handle stress is important for doing well in sports and staying healthy.

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7 Tips to Help Kids Build a Love of Books

Screens are a big part of childhood, but books still play an important role in helping kids learn and grow. Discover simple, family-friendly ways to build a love of reading, create healthy screen habits, and encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection every day.

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Reducing Injury Risk in Young Athletes

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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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Backpack Safety: Supporting Healthy Growth and Learning

Jun 30, 2026

A heavy or poorly fitted backpack can lead to aches and pains for growing kids. Learn simple backpack safety tips—from proper fit and weight limits to smart packing habits—that can help keep your child comfortable and ready to learn all school year long. Read More

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Safety & Prevention

Homemade Baby Food: Is It Worth the Effort?

Jun 29, 2026

Homemade baby food can save money and offer fresh variety—but it isn’t necessarily healthier than store-bought options. Learn when babies are ready for solids, how to safely prepare homemade foods, and current recommendations for introducing allergens and different feeding approaches. Read More

How to Combat Diaper Rash

Jun 29, 2026

Diaper rash is a common part of infancy—and it’s not your fault. Learn what causes diaper rash, simple ways to soothe your baby’s skin, and everyday tips to help prevent future flare-ups. Read More

Could Your Child Have Sleep Apnea?

Jun 25, 2026

Snoring isn’t always harmless. Learn the signs of pediatric sleep apnea, what causes blocked breathing during sleep, and how treatment can improve your child’s sleep, behavior, learning, and overall health. Read More

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Diseases & Conditions

Universal Newborn Hearing Screening

Jun 25, 2026

Hearing plays a vital role in your baby’s speech, language, and overall development. Learn how newborn hearing screenings work, what a “refer” result means, and why early testing and intervention can help children thrive. Read More

Bringing Your Baby Home

Jun 24, 2026

First published January 2015 Updated June 2026 Bringing home a new baby for the first time can be a scary experience. Whether it’s your first, second or even fifth child, you are adding a new tiny little life into your home; a tiny person who is entirely dependent upon you to meet all of Read More

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Infants & Newborns

Flat Feet: Why Kids Should Go Barefoot This Summer

Jun 24, 2026

A flexible, flat foot is considered a part of typical development until a child is 6-years-old. Most infants are born with a flexible, flat foot, and as they learn to walk, their medial plantar arch begins to develop. Read More

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