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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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Jails are Replacing In-Person Visits with Video Visits

Dec 16, 2022

Social visits promote relationships that can improve health and well-being. People who are incarcerated who receive social visits are less likely to reoffend, and children who have strong relationships with their parents cope better with the trauma of having a parent incarcerated. Read More

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Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Dec 14, 2022

Having an idea of what your child should know and be able to do when they start school will give you the confidence to determine if your child is ready for kindergarten. Read More

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Home Safety Series: The Living Room

Dec 13, 2022

The living room or playroom is an important and fun part of the house! It’s where we read books, watch the animals in the backyard, play with toys, and explore our surroundings. Learn tips for keeping this area safe. Read More

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What Parents Need to Know About Measles

Dec 09, 2022

Measles, also known as rubeola, is an infection caused by the measles virus. Symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, followed by a characteristic rash. The pink-red rash typically starts on the face, spreads to the neck and trunk, and then to the arms and legs. Read More

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Pacifiers: When to Stop Using Them

Dec 08, 2022

Learning how and when to let go of the pacifier might be the first real conflict with your toddler. Even though the process of removing a pacifier can seem like a challenge, there are tips and tricks to make the transition go smoothly for your family. Read More

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Common Breast Disorders in Adolescents

Dec 02, 2022

Adolescence can be a challenging time for teenagers. During that time, their bodies grow and change. One common area of change in teenagers is the chest area. These changes may include macromastia, asymmetric breasts or gynecomastia. Read More

Safe Storage and Disposal of Prescription Pain Medicine

Nov 30, 2022

In national surveys, over 14% of high school seniors report lifetime misuse of prescription opioids. 70% of people who abuse prescription painkillers get them from a friend or relative or getting them from their own prescriptions. Read More

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Palliative Care When There is No Cure

Nov 29, 2022

My role as a pediatric palliative and hospice medicine physician is to provide holistic care for patients with life-limiting and threatening illnesses. Read More