Pediatric Care Starting as infants, one-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential to help provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Keep a record of vaccines your child gets. This includes the type of vaccine, the date, and place it was given. List any reactions your child had to the vaccines, too. Each […]
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Pediatric Care Children need to brush and floss their teeth every day. Begin tooth brushing after your child gets his or her first tooth. Clean and massage gums in toothless areas with clean gauze, too. Begin flossing when all of the baby teeth have come in. Sticky, chewy, sugary foods and drinks promote tooth decay.
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MEDICAL NEWS Lazy eye, also known as amblyopia, is the most common cause of vision impairment in children. Amblyopia Amblyopia means that the vision in one eye is reduced because of a problem with the brain and eye communication. Amblyopia is not a disease, but is a result of another vision problem. Usually, amblyopia can
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MEDICAL NEWS Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a brain disorder that happens while the brain is developing. It can cause challenges with social, communication and behavioral skills. Although experts don’t know all the causes of autism, they do know one thing: vaccines and autism are not linked. Vaccines are safe. Still, some people believe that
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FAMILY LIFE It’s normal for kids to experience short-lived fears, such as fear of storms, the dark, animals, or strangers. But, for some kids, fear and worry become excessive and may impact their well-being. Being alert for signs of anxiety in your child can help you identify it early and provide immediate support. What is
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FAMILY LIFE Children can learn how to be a part of their own health care. This can start when children are young, but it’s never too late. Here are some ways to empower them to make medical decisions. From ages 5 to 10 years old, kids can talk with the doctor at their appointments. Your
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FAMILY LIFE Pre-dinner tips * Get your child involved. Many kids can help with shopping and cooking. Being involved in the process may make them more likely to try new foods. Have them choose a favorite fruit or vegetable from the store. Younger children can help pour ingredients or cut soft foods, like bananas, with
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FAMILY LIFE Many babies use pacifiers or their fingers to soothe themselves. But which is best and when should they stop? The thumb and finger habit Many babies will suck on a favorite thumb or finger. This is normal. There are some good things about this habit: * You don’t have to buy a pacifier.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Vaccines are a crucial part of keeping your baby healthy. But, it can be difficult to watch your baby feel the pain of a shot. Don’t put off or skip vaccines that your baby needs. Instead, follow these tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): *Bring along a favorite item.Does
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FAMILY LIFE For many reasons, a child being home from school while sick can be stressful. Parents worry about the severity of their child’s illness and about the child missing school, all while trying to shuffle work schedules to be home. But when should kids stay home from school? Dr. Hannah Chow-Johnson, pediatrician at Loyola
