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Snot color: 6 clues to a child's health from a...

December 15, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Your child's snot color may provide clues about whether they have an injury, infection or other health condition.

tags: colds , flu , runny nose

Toilet training: 3 tips to help parents and kids...

November 7, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Toilet training may not be easy, but if you follow your child's cues you can set them up for success.

tags: potty training , toilet training

Testicular torsion: What are the symptoms of this...

September 29, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Testicular torsion is a painful condition that occurs when the testicle twists on itself. This has the potential to cut off the blood supply ...

Pregnancy & Infant Loss

September 28, 2023 by Kerri Jo Smith

The heartbreaking reality is that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss. Mine did.

Breastfeeding and milk supply: Answers to 7 common...

September 6, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Breastfeeding can be difficult to get started, but our lactation specialists can answer all your questions and provide helpful resources.

tags: breastfeeding , breast milk , lactation consultant

Healthy kids: How to get ready for back to school...

July 27, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Follow our expert tips to help keep kids healthy as they head back to school and daycare.

tags: back to school , immunizations , vaccines

5 swimming safety tips: A look at myths and facts

July 24, 2023 by Tayla Holman

You might have heard that swimming after eating is dangerous. But is that really true? Learn about this and get other swimming safety tips.

tags: newsletter

Allergic Reactions: How to know when to go to ...

July 11, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Life-threatening allergic reactions can happen rapidly and without warning. Know what to do in an emergency.

tags: allergic reactions , allergies , asthma , food allergies

Toddler milestones: Three signs development is...

June 5, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Developmental milestones can provide clues about how children are developing. Here are three signs that development may be delayed.

tags: developmental milestones , pediatric therapist , toddler

How to help keep kids safe this spring and summer

May 9, 2023 by Becky Frusher

Avoid seasonal injuries and skip a trip to the ER by following our tips to help keep kids safe this spring and summer.

tags: injury prevention , spring , summer

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The Scoop on Baby Poop

March 24, 2023

Here's the scoop on five odd poop colors, plus tips on when to worry – and when not to.

tags: pediatrics

The most common type of poisoning and when to ...

February 27, 2023 by Tayla Holman

Learn about the most common type of poisoning and what to do if you or someone else has been exposed to a poisonous substance.

tags: emergency care , newsletter , pediatrics

Fever: when is it an emergency?

February 7, 2023 by Becky Frusher

In addition to temperature, there are other clues when deciding to seek medical care for a baby or child's fever.

tags: fever , sick baby , sick child , sick infant , sick kid , temperature

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