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Posted by: Sarah Saxbe on Oct 22, 2026

Teen pregnancy can bring unique health, emotional and financial challenges. Learn about the risks, ways to prevent unintended pregnancy and how programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provide care, education and support for pregnant and parenting teens.

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Sexually Transmitted Infections and Teens: Parents Hold the Key to Prevention
When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), many parents may feel uncomfortable talking with their teen. This is hardly surprising, as the “sex talk” tends to be the last thing most parents want to discuss!
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Trick or Trigger? Halloween Safety for Allergy Patients

Halloween should be fun for every child, including those with food allergies. Learn how non-food treats, teal pumpkins and simple precautions can help make trick-or-treating safer and more inclusive for everyone.

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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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Early Sports Specialization: Does Benefit Outweigh Risk?

Oct 08, 2026

Focusing on one sport at a young age may seem like the path to athletic success, but it can come with risks. Learn how early sports specialization can lead to injuries and burnout, and why playing multiple sports may benefit young athletes. Read More

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Why Does Seeing Blood Make Some Kids Faint?

Oct 02, 2026

First published October 2015 Updated October 2026 A scraped knee, a blood draw, or even a spooky Halloween display can leave some children feeling dizzy or sick to their stomach. For parents, watching a child turn pale or pass out can be frightening. Read More

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Is Strength Training Safe for Kids?

Oct 02, 2026

Let’s look at some of the myths surrounding strength training and how Nationwide Children’s Hospital can help your child get started with what can become a lifelong activity.

 
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Ulcers in Children

Sep 30, 2026

An ulcer is a break in the lining of the stomach or the small intestine. The insides of your intestines are very similar to the inside of your cheek: they are smooth and pink with a small network of blood vessels supplying blood and nutrients to the area. Read More

Overscheduling, Overuse Injuries and Burnout in Youth Sports

Overscheduling, Overuse Injuries and Burnout in Youth Sports

Sep 28, 2026

First published August 2016 Updated September 2026 Over 60 million kids take part in organized sports in the U.S. and 75% of them play more than one sport. Youth sport participation has been rising over the last two decades, especially among children younger than six. Read More

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Stress and Physical Symptoms: When It's Not Just in Your Head

Sep 24, 2026

Stress and emotions can sometimes show up as very real physical symptoms in kids, from stomachaches and headaches to nausea or a racing heart. Learn why this happens, when to talk with your child’s doctor, and how families can identify triggers and build healthy coping skills.
 
 
 
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Emergency! Testicular Torsion!

Sep 21, 2026

There aren’t many true emergencies in my field of pediatric urology, but torsion of the testicle is one of the more common ones that I face on a regular basis. Unfortunately, my experience is that most people are unaware of the issue, even though it can happen in 1 in 4,000 males under age 25. Read More

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Furniture Tip-Overs: Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe

Sep 18, 2026

When children are stuck inside, they may try to turn your house into a playground. All parents of young children understand how quickly a trinket on a high shelf suddenly becomes a quest as alluring as the summit of Everest to a seasoned climber. Read More