700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Laura Dattner, MA on Aug 04, 2025

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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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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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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What Cough and Cold Medication Can I Give My Child?

Oct 11, 2023

Colds tend to be more common in fall and winter when children are indoors and in closer contact with each other. Of course you want to help out and give them cold medicine, but how do you know what to do? Read More

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Exploring Pediatric Clinical Research

Oct 10, 2023

Clinical research involves the study of people, data or tissue samples to understand children’s health and diseases. It’s the foundation for medical advancement and plays a large role in improving health outcomes for children, teenagers and families. Read More

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What Can Kids Eat Before and After Surgery?

Oct 04, 2023

Preparing your child to have surgery can be a stressful time. Having information about what to expect before and after surgery can help alleviate some of this stress. Read More

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Stalking: Recognize, Respond and Refer for Safety

Oct 03, 2023

Stalking is when someone repeatedly, persistently, and unwantedly follows, harasses, or monitors your activities, both in-person and online, causing fear or safety concerns. If you or someone you know is experiencing stalking, it is important to remember to follow the three Rs: Recognize, Respond and Refer. Read More

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Why Your Child Needs a Support System and How to Build One

Sep 29, 2023

When people say it takes a village to raise a child, it really does! Support systems play a vital role in your child's mental and physical health as they grow. Read More

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3 Types of Pediatric Pancreatitis, Explained!

Sep 27, 2023

Medical terms can be difficult for children and their families to understand, especially when simple, everyday words like acute and chronic seem to lose their meaning. Fortunately, the definitions for these three categories of pancreatitis can be simplified. Read More

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The Colorectal Team: Bringing Together Different Specialties to Treat Your Child

Sep 25, 2023

The team works together with your family to meet your individual needs. At the end of your visit, you will have a clear plan of care determined by your providers and reviewed by the nurse clinician upon your departure from clinic. Read More

Epilepsy Surgery – Who Can Benefit?

Sep 22, 2023

Epilepsy is a condition where a person has recurrent seizures, or abnormal surges in brain electrical activity, from an irreversible cause. About 1 in every 26 people will have epilepsy at some point in their lives. Read More