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Posted by: Maggy Rule, MS, AT, ATC on Aug 07, 2026

First published August 2016 Updated August 2026 Shoulder injuries in young athletes are common and vary in cause and severity depending on each individual athlete’s training schedule and what sports they are playing.

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Back to School on a Budget: A Step-by-Step Guide to Thrifting
Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to break the budget. Learn how thrifting, shopping your own home first, and timing purchases can help your family save money, reduce waste, and make back-to-school shopping a fun experience for kids.
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Feeding an Infant with Cleft Lip and Palate
Feeding a newborn baby is one of the first joys, or potential challenges, when welcoming a new bundle of joy into the family. For infants with cleft lip and/or palate, feeding is often a significant hurdle to overcome.

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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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Car Seat Safety Questions: You Asked, We Answered!

Jul 08, 2026

Parents often have questions about choosing and using car seats correctly. Get expert answers to common car seat questions, including installation, rear-facing recommendations, harness fit, and transitioning to the next seat safely. Read More

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The Buzz on Cicadas

Jul 02, 2026

Cicadas may seem to take over every summer with their loud buzzing and surprising numbers—but they’re more fascinating than frightening. Learn why they emerge, whether they’re safe around children and pets, and what to do if your curious child decides to taste one! Read More

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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

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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

Should I Be Worried if My Child is In-Toeing?

Jun 22, 2026

First published August 2016 Updated June 2026 In-toeing is a type of standing posture or gait pattern in which a child’s feet, and in some cases the entire leg, point in toward each other while the child is standing and/or walking. Read More

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Get a Black Belt in Giving Medicine

Jun 19, 2026

First published February 2015 Updated June 2026 So you waited to see the doctor, then waited in line for the pharmacist to give you your medicine, and now it’s time to give it to your kids. Maybe you got the “yummy pink medicine,” but not all medicines are yummy or pink. Read More

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Tips for Raising Multiples

Jun 17, 2026

First published July 2015 Updated June 2026 Disclaimer: I’m an inexpert expert. Let me explain why. I’m a pediatrician. I studied YEARS to get my medical degree, graduated at the top of my class, chose pediatrics because I loved kids, but when I found out I was having twins, I did what Read More

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Pierced Ears: How to Prevent Painful Infections

Jun 17, 2026

Thousands of kids get their ears pierced each year. Generally, ear piercing is a safe procedure, but a common complication is infection. Here’s what you need to know to help keep your little one’s ear piercings healthy and infection-free. Read More