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Posted by: Courtney Brown, MD on Jun 13, 2025

As parents, we naturally worry about our children playing outside in the hot sun. Children are at risk when temperatures skyrocket, but preparations before, during, and after heat exposure can make a difference in your child’s ability to tolerate the heat.

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Back to School Vaccines: Getting Protected from Potentially Dangerous Diseases
School may be out for summer, but it’s the perfect time to check off your child’s vaccine needs. From kindergarten boosters to teen meningitis protection, learn which immunizations are required and when to help keep your child safe and healthy this school year.
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The Bedtime Battle

Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for a child’s growth, behavior, and academic success. Establishing and sticking to a bedtime routine can make all the difference.

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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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Frostbite: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Jan 13, 2022

Winter has finally arrived! While playing outside in cold weather, it’s important to be mindful of the risk of frostbite. Read More

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Digital Stalking in Relationships: How Adults Can Support Teens

Aug 24, 2021

Compared with 2019, the average time US teens spent on social media apps almost doubled in 2020, across all major platforms. Teens find that their “real” and digital lives are merged, including romantic relationships. Read More

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Furniture Tip-Overs: Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe

Aug 24, 2021

In 2019, 11,521 children visited the emergency department for injuries from furniture or TV tip-overs. That’s one child every 46 minutes. When children climb on desks, cabinets, or bookshelves, the furniture can tip over and hurt them. Read More

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Pronouns 101: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?

Jun 07, 2021

Using a person’s correct pronouns is important because it affirms that person’s identity, helps them feel comfortable in their own body, and shows that you respect them for who they are. Read More

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The Importance of Good Nutrition for Kids

Mar 11, 2021

It is crucial to begin practicing healthy eating habits early on in your child’s life. One of the most important conversations to have with your child is the power of healthy eating. Read More

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KNOW More, DO More: Prevent Youth Substance Misuse

Feb 18, 2021

Part of our role as parents is to protect our kids from dangerous substances by knowing the risks and signs of misuse, helping them make the right choices, and getting them access to the support they need. Read More

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Should My Baby Get a Flu Shot?

Nov 05, 2020

Flu season is here and flu vaccines are more readily available than ever before. You can obtain a flu shot at the grocery store, every corner drug store, community centers and certainly at your pediatrician’s office. Read More

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Don’t Skip the Flu Shot: Soothe Your Child with These Distraction Techniques

Nov 05, 2020

As a physician, it’s tough to see our children twist and turn and cry and scream when it’s time for them to get their vaccines. All we want to do is soothe them and keep them healthy year-round, and we never like seeing them in pain. Read More