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Exercise for Fitness

Your body is like a machine. Exercise helps all the parts of your body work their best. You need to exercise regularly to stay healthy and fit.

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Well-Baby Visits: 12 Months

Welcome to the 12-month visit! Your baby is now 1 year old. Learn what to expect at this visit.

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Urodynamics

Urodynamics is a series of tests that are done to see how well the urethra and bladder are working. This Helping Hand will teach you everything you need to know to prepare for your child's tests.  

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Nail Changes

Nails are hardened skin cells that protect and support the tissues in our fingers and toes.

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Eye Socket Care

How to keep the eye socket clean after a conformer has been placed in your child's eye socket.

Anorectal Malformation (ARM) or Imperforate Anus: Female

In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss the symptoms and treatment of anorectal malformations (imperforate anus) in females. Different types of ARMs include perineal fistula, vestibular fistula, cloaca and no fistula. Young girls may be at risk for urology problems and gynecology problems.

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Kidney Shields

Kidney shields are custom made to protect your child’s kidneys during sports and activities. They can be used for healthy kidneys or a new transplanted kidney.

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Orthodontics: Wearing a Retainer

How to care for your retainer.

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Birth Control: Subcutaneous Shot

The birth control shot (Depo-SubQ Provera®) is given once every 13 weeks. The shot contains a small amount of progesterone, similar to the hormones that are naturally made in a woman’s body.