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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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Bullying the Child With a Colorectal Diagnosis

Nov 23, 2022

Bullying is defined as the act of trying to cause suffering and to frighten another individual by means of verbal, physical, or virtual intimidation. Children who have a colorectal diagnosis can be subjected to especially cruel forms of bullying. Read More

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5 Tips to Get Your Child to Wear Their Glasses

Nov 21, 2022

Your child’s first pair of glasses can be an eye-popping and life-changing experience worthy of a viral video. More commonly, wearing that first pair of glasses is a struggle from the start. Here are five tips to help your child wear and love their first pair of glasses. Read More

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The NICU Journey: One Preemie Parent's Perspective

Nov 17, 2022

Finley is a champion. Learn about her NICU Journey from her mother's perspective. Read More

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Keeping Kids Safe in Holiday Crowds

Nov 15, 2022

Between hectic trips to the mall for holiday shopping and frenzied airport terminals, it can be difficult to keep track of your little ones in the chaos. If you and your child are separated, having a safety plan can save their life. Read More

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Why Patients with Diabetes Have More UTIs

Nov 10, 2022

People with diabetes are at higher risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) – up to 10 times higher risk! This makes them more likely to experience kidney injury as a result of UTIs. Read More

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Choking Prevention: What You Need to Know

Nov 07, 2022

Choking is a year-round hazard among children and a leading cause of injury and death, especially among children 3 years of age and younger. Learn how to prevent this injury. Read More

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Benefits of Starting Reading at a Young Age

Nov 04, 2022

Studies have shown that children who are exposed to reading prior to preschool tend to develop larger vocabularies and are more likely to succeed during their formal education. Read More

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Primary Ovarian Insufficiency: Teenagers in Menopause

Nov 02, 2022

Primary ovarian insufficiency means that the ovaries have stopped working at a younger age than typical. It used to be called premature ovarian failure and is often called premature menopause. In POI, the ovaries stop producing hormones and eggs, resulting in hormone deficiency and infertility. Read More