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Ferritin Testing: What Parents of Young Athletes Need to Know
Iron deficiency is a common problem; athletes need more iron than non-athletes and when they don’t get it, performance can decline. Some parents are using ferritin testing to make sure their young athletes are on the right track.
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Birth Spacing: Plan for Health and Safety
Planning for when to have a second, third or even sixth baby can be important to the health of both the birthing person and the new baby. Ideal pregnancy spacing is more than 18 months and less than 5 years.
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Common Causes of Nausea
I don’t know about you, but there are few things that send chills down my spine like hearing my kids say, "I think I'm going to throw up.” Nausea is a very uncomfortable feeling that no one enjoys, so why does it happen?
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Food Allergies and Anxiety
Families with food allergies often must consider safety, since food is such a big part of our society. Because of this, children and their parents might experience anxiety, especially in places such as school, birthday parties, restaurants, sleepovers, and when traveling.
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Emergency Department Guidelines for Headaches: When to Worry
Headaches in children can stem from a variety of causes, including stress, poor nutrition, dehydration, and disruptions in daily routines. Recognizing your child’s triggers and understanding different headache types are crucial in determining whether a trip to the emergency department is necessary.
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Child Abuse Prevention: Awareness, Disclosure, Suspicion
Preventing child abuse is everyone’s responsibility. This can be accomplished by learning about what to look out for, talking openly with kids, and acting quickly if you think something is wrong.
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Understanding Food Poisoning: A Guide for Parents
Scraped knees and bouts of the common cold are frequent concerns for parents, but there are plenty of other dangers lurking about. One of these is food poisoning, a condition whose source lies in undercooked hamburgers and unwashed produce.
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New Study Shows Importance of Moms Nutrition in Preventing Obesity in Kids
It is estimated that nearly 40 percent of kids in the United States are considered overweight or obese. Much research has been dedicated to finding new ways to lower that number and doctors at Nationwide Childrens Hospital may have evidence of a new and effective approach.A team of doctors from the
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Honey and Allergies: Don’t Fall for the Marketing!
Honey is often touted as a treatment for seasonal allergies (especially if it’s local or organic). While honey does taste delicious, unfortunately it is not a proven treatment for allergies.
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Sleepovers: Is Your Child Ready?
While it may bring about some anxiety for you, and maybe your child too, it is important for kids to practice being away from parents while they still have close monitoring and support.