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Posted by: Stephen Hersey, MD on Jan 22, 2026

Learn why back-sleeping is still the safest choice, when to talk with your pediatrician, and easy ways to help your baby’s head round out over time with tummy time, position changes, and play.

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Safe Airplane Travel With Your Child
Flying with kids doesn’t have to be stressful! Discover trusted advice on preparation, safety and in-flight comfort that helps make your next family trip easier and more fun.
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When Kids Go Missing: What Parents Need to Know
Worried about how to explain stranger safety without causing anxiety? These expert-backed tips can help you guide the conversation with clarity, compassion and confidence.

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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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Stalking and Harassment: What to Do If Your Child Is Being Threatened

Jan 12, 2026

Stalking is a repeated pattern of behavior that includes following, watching or harassing a specific person. It occurs over a period of time and could be defined as threatening behavior. Most importantly, stalking is a crime. Read More

Why I Vaccinate: A Nurse's Perspective

Jan 07, 2026

It is my sincere hope, as both a mother and a nurse that no child ever suffers or dies from a preventable disease. That is why I choose vaccination. Read More

How to Choose Safe Toys

Dec 23, 2025

Picking out toys is fun—but safety should come first. Learn how to choose age-appropriate toys, avoid hidden hazards like button batteries, magnets, and water beads, and make active play and e-rides safer so kids can enjoy more worry-free fun at home. Read More

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Frostbite: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Dec 23, 2025

Winter has finally arrived! While playing outside in cold weather, it’s important to be mindful of the risk of frostbite. Read More

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Allergic Reactions to Stings and Bites

Dec 16, 2025

Not every big, red, swollen bug sting is a true allergy. Learn how to recognize normal reactions versus serious symptoms like anaphylaxis, when to see an allergist, and why most kids don’t need allergy testing after a sting or bite. Read More

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Safe Charging of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Dec 15, 2025

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices we use every day, from smartphones to electric scooters. When handled incorrectly, these batteries can overheat, catch fire, or even explode. Learn practical tips for safe charging, storage, and disposal to keep your family and home protected. Read More

Signs of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Dec 05, 2025

When the pleasant fall weather starts to shift to the colder temperatures of winter, we debate if it is cold enough to turn on the heat. This is also the season when carbon monoxide poisonings spike.  Read More

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#SaferStorage: Preventing Child Gun Injuries

Nov 24, 2025

The American Academy of Pediatrics affirms that the safest home for a child or teen is one without firearms. In the cases where there is a gun in your home, here are simple steps to help reduce the risk of injuries. Read More