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Posted by: Lelia Emery, MT-BC on Jun 27, 2025

Singing to your baby can actually help development. Growing evidence shows that babies whose parents sing, read, or play with them to music have a greater chance of reaching developmental milestones on time.

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Exercise as Medicine: What's Your Child's Dose?
What if a daily dose of movement could help your child fight anxiety, improve sleep, and prevent chronic disease? Good news: it can! Discover how to treat exercise like medicine, with simple steps to build a personalized fitness “prescription” for your family.
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10 Tips to Teach Your Kids How to Combat Bullying

A 2022 national survey found that 19.2% of students ages 12-18 reported being bullied during school, with 21.6% of those students being bullied online or by text. As a parent or caregiver, how can you recognize the signs and offer your child help?

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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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Including Fathers in Children’s Healthcare: Why It’s Important

Jun 19, 2025

Fathers play a powerful role in their child’s health, but they’re often left out of the conversation. Learn why dad’s involvement in doctor visits matters, the barriers many fathers face, and how tools like MyChart can help both parents stay engaged in their child’s care. Read More

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How to Prevent Heat Related Illness

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. Read More

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Back to School Vaccines: Getting Protected from Potentially Dangerous Diseases

Jun 11, 2025

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. Read More

Imaginary Friends: Should You Worry?

Jun 04, 2025

Typically, imaginary friends appear in preschool and early childhood and most times come and go without concern. Here are a few guiding principles in embracing this fun expression of your child’s imagination. Read More

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Separation Anxiety: How to Ease Your Child's Mind

May 21, 2025

It’s important to understand the difference between anxiety that’s part of normal development and anxiety that’s excessive, so you can seek support for your child when needed to help ease these symptoms. Read More

The Bedtime Battle

May 19, 2025

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. Read More

12 Tips to Give Relatives Who Are Babysitting for the First Time

May 12, 2025

Relatives can be a real lifesaver when it comes to babysitting. But before you head out on that much-deserved date night, consider the tips below to make your child’s “first date” with relatives as successful as possible. Read More

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When to Use Time-Out with Your Child

May 07, 2025

It is important to understand the purpose of Time-Out, to practice the strategy effectively. Read More