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Why Is Pooping Scary For Newly Potty-Trained Children?
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Why Is Pooping Scary For Newly Potty-Trained Children?

One of the more frustrating aspects of potty-training is getting your child comfortable with sitting on the toilet to poop. Figuring out exactly why they are hesitant and what to do to change their way of thinking can help resolve this very common problem.

KNOW More, DO More: Prevent Youth Substance Misuse
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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.

How to Keep a Child Still at Home While Recovering from Surgery
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How to Keep a Child Still at Home While Recovering from Surgery

Recovering after surgery is an individualized experience. In many cases, it is important to keep your body still for safety and to promote continued coping throughout recovery.

Sleep Training for Babies: How Everyone Can Get a Better Night’s Sleep
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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.

New Parent Confessions: Bathtime Safety
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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?

Does My Child Need to Take a Vitamin?
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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.

Calling While Driving: More Dangerous for Teens
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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.

Impetigo: What You Need to Know
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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.

No More X-Ray Shields
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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.

Should I Enroll My Child in a Summer Enrichment Program?
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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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