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KNOW More, DO More: Prevent Youth Substance Misuse
Part of our role as parents is to protect our kids from dangerous substances by knowing the risks and signs of misuse, helping them make the right choices, and getting them access to the support they need.
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Sleep Training for Babies: How Everyone Can Get a Better Night’s Sleep
The joys of having a new baby…. and oh, the restless, sleep-deprived nights! One of the most common questions I get asked as a pediatrician is how to sleep train a baby. This is a time-tested recipe for establishing a sleep routine early on.
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New Parent Confessions: Bathtime Safety
Most baby products and safety guidelines are created for children of average size and development. What’s a parent to do if their baby is very small or very large for their age, or meeting developmental milestones at a different rate than their peers?
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Does My Child Need to Take a Vitamin?
The question of whether or not to give a child a vitamin supplement is one that many parents ask their healthcare provider. Other than possibly being an unnecessary cost, there are other things to consider.
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Calling While Driving: More Dangerous for Teens
A recent study that we conducted at the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital looked at the connection between cellphone laws and the frequency of talking on the phone while driving among teens.
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Impetigo: What You Need to Know
Impetigo is common on the face, especially around the nose and mouth. It usually begins as small sores that are red and a little itchy.
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No More X-Ray Shields
If your child receives an X-ray at Nationwide Children’s Hospital after March 1, 2021, you’ll notice a difference. They won’t have to wear a shield, sometimes called a lead apron.
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Should I Enroll My Child in a Summer Enrichment Program?
Not all enrichment programs are created equal, so early preparation and research is a must before deciding to enroll your child for the summer.
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What Are the Types of OCD?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a relatively common type of anxiety disorder in which individuals have intrusive, anxiety-provoking thoughts and, in many cases, must do certain things to reduce their anxiety.
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Starting the Conversation About Big Feelings
It’s important to work with your child on emotions throughout their entire childhood, including the teen years. This means taking the time to have ongoing conversations about how to handle emotions in a healthy way, which is called “coping.”