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- What Are You Going to Do - Getting the H1N1 Vaccine…Created: 2009-12-12 @ 15:24:23 EST
Warnings that swine flu may make a comeback in another wave in the winter has many parents thinking that getting the H1N1 vaccine is a good idea, especially now that supplies of the vaccine are imp… - Parents Respond - Treating Coughs and ColdsCreated: 2009-12-12 @ 13:21:43 EST
Most experts now recommend that parents not give cough and cold medicines to younger children, especially those under two to four years old. How are you treating your child's cold and cough symptom… - Hand Washing - How to Wash your Hands Properly…Created: 2009-12-09 @ 14:54:46 EST Updated: 2009-12-09 @ 14:54:46 EST
Proper hand washing is an important way to stay healthy year round, helping your kids avoid cold and flu viruses, bacteria that can cause food poisoning and other infections, and germs they can get… - Car Seat Safety - Car Seat Best PracticesCreated: 2009-11-18 @ 15:55:52 EST Updated: 2009-11-18 @ 15:55:52 EST
To keep your child safe, in addition to choosing the right type and model of car seat, it is important that you use your car seat correctly by following these car seat best practices… - PneumovaxCreated: 2009-10-21 @ 16:38:29 EDT Updated: 2009-10-21 @ 16:38:29 EDT
Pneumovax is a pneumococcal polysaccaride vaccine that is recommended for high risk children who are at least two years old… - Surviving Swine FluCreated: 2009-09-28 @ 21:41:21 EDT Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 21:41:21 EDT
As widespread swine flu cases have spread to twenty-six states, more and more parents and pediatricians are having to care for kids with swine flu. Learn how to survive swine flu and take care of y… - Talking to Kids About Swine FluCreated: 2009-09-23 @ 10:42:46 EDT Updated: 2009-09-23 @ 10:42:46 EDT
Learn how to talk to your kids about the current H1N1 swine flu pandemic, to help them cope and understand what is happening and get over any fears they may have of getting sick with swine flu… - Swine Flu - Swine Flu Vaccine Safety and Controversies…Created: 2009-09-20 @ 13:07:16 EDT Updated: 2009-09-20 @ 13:07:16 EDT
Review the recommendations for who should get the 2009 H1N1 swine flu vaccine and learn about the side effects, controversies, and safety profile for this vaccine that can protect your kids from th… - H1N1 Swine Flu vs Seasonal FluCreated: 2009-09-17 @ 12:54:58 EDT
Get answers to common questions about seasonal flu and 2009 H1N1 swine flu to help you clear up all of the confusion about this year's flu season… - Serious Swine Flu Symptoms - Flu Warning Signs…Created: 2009-09-16 @ 17:07:01 EDT Updated: 2009-09-16 @ 17:07:01 EDT
Learn to recognize serious swine flu symptoms and warning signs that your child could have a more serious case of the 2009 H1N1 swine flu… - Recall List - Resale Round-upCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 11:22:04 EDT Updated: 2009-09-02 @ 11:24:31 EDT
Being aware of recalls from the Consumer Product Safety Commission can help you to keep unsafe products away from your kids. This resale round-up and recall list is designed to raise awareness abou… - Migraine - Migraine Headaches in ChildrenCreated: 2009-08-12 @ 19:24:40 EDT
Migraine headaches are common in children. Learn about the latest ways to prevent and treat migraine headaches in children… - Save Money on Allergy MedicinesUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:43:24 EST
Learn how to save money on your child's allergy medicines by avoiding triggers, getting free samples, and using coupons and rebates… - Supplemental Newborn ScreeningUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:40:14 EST
Review the issue of whether or not you should order a supplemental newborn screening test for your baby… - Hepatitis A Vaccine Information StatementUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:38:16 EST
Hepatitis A vaccine information statement, with information on hepatitia A, who should get the vaccine, risks and possible side effects… - Burping PollUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:36:49 EST
When did you stop burping your baby?: child nutrition infant formulas pediatrician related resources poll… - Child Development and Gesell Figures for Older KidsUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:35:57 EST
Gesell figures are shapes that your kids can draw and which can help you assess their development. Review your older school age child's development by observing how well they can draw these shapes… - Child Development and Gesell Figures for School Age KidsUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:35:08 EST
Gesell figures are shapes that your kids can draw and which can help you assess their development. Review your school age child's development by observing how well they can draw these shapes… - Child Development and Gesell Figures for Preschool Age KidsUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:34:33 EST
Gesell figures are shapes that your kids can draw and which can help you assess their development. Review your preschool age child's development by observing how well they can draw these shapes… - Child Development and Gesell Figures for ToddlersUpdated: 2009-12-14 @ 14:33:43 EST
Gesell figures are shapes that your kids can draw and which can help you assess their development. Review your toddlers development by observing how well they can scribble and draw… - Vaccines and Vaccine Preventable IllnessesUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 11:20:08 EST
Vaccines have done such a good job of controlling diseases in developed countries, such as the United States, that parents sometimes forget just how important they are and what life would be like w… - 2004 Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization ScheduleUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 11:13:28 EST
This schedule indicates the recommended ages for routine administration of currently licensed childhood vaccines, as of December 1, 2003, for children through age 18 years… - Latest on the Peanut Butter RecallUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 11:11:50 EST
Like most health stories in the news, the reports of the peanut butter recall and Salmonella outbreak created a lot of questions from parents. Read about the latest news on the peanut butter recall… - Best Places to Raise a FamilyUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 10:46:13 EST
We often see reports on the best places to retire and the best places to work. But where is the best place to raise your family? Review some important factors to consider as you look for the best p… - Thunderstorm Safety - Severe Thunderstorm Warnings…Updated: 2009-12-13 @ 10:44:36 EST
Kids often get afraid when a thunderstorm rolls in. Because of the damage that severe thunderstorms and tornadoes can cause, many adults have a healthy fear of them too… - Salmonella OutbreaksUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 10:42:55 EST
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were six large outbreaks of Salmonella infections in the United States from 2007 to 2009, including the current nationwide outbrea… - Adderall XR Drug WarningUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 10:41:08 EST
Review the latest warnings about Adderall XR for treating children with ADHD and the risk of sudden death… - Your Baby Week Ten (Two Months Old)Updated: 2009-12-13 @ 10:38:43 EST
Review how to take care of your ten week old baby, including information on breastfeeding twins, avoiding water and juice, whether your baby's eye color will change, babywearing, RSV, and why your … - Sturge-Weber syndromeUpdated: 2009-12-13 @ 10:31:44 EST
Review what might cause a baby to have facial paralysis and a port wine stain… - Medicine Side EffectsUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 19:06:33 EST
Parents and pediatricians are becoming much more aware these days of the possible side effects of the medicines that kids are being prescribed. Learn how to recognize medicine side effects and what… - Cord Blood Banking - Should you bank your baby's umbilical cord bloo…Updated: 2009-12-12 @ 18:40:03 EST
Review the issue of whether or not you should bank your baby's umbilical cord blood in a private bank, such as Viacord or Cord Blood Registry… - Swine Flu Vaccine - H1N1 VaccineUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 15:25:43 EST
As the swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is a new virus, there is no swine flu vaccine available to prevent infections. Learn more about plans to make a swine flu vaccine and who will get it… - Swine Flu Map - U.S. Swine Flu MapUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 14:42:36 EST
View a map of confirmed cases of swine flu on this swine flu map… - Flu Season Update - Swine Flu UpdateUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 14:34:56 EST
Get updates, activity reports, and the latest recommendations about this year's flu season, including updates on swine flu… - Swine Flu News - Swine Flu H1N1 UpdateUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 14:26:51 EST
Worry about a pandemic, a global outbreak, is not something new or that we just started to think about with the swine flu A (H1N1) cases. Review the latest news on the swine flu A (H1N1) outbreaks… - Croup Symptoms and TreatmentsUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 13:29:16 EST
Croup is a common childhood illness that causes a croupy cough that sounds like a barking seal, stridor and difficulty breathing. Learn the signs, symtoms and common treatments for croup so that yo… - Before You Buy Children's Cold MedicinesUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 11:37:47 EST
Children's cold medicines, although they won't help your kids get better faster, they may make them feel better and help relieve common cold symptoms, such as a runny nose and cough… - Child Health Insurance ProgramsUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 11:06:17 EST
Get information about the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) for kids that provide children from birth to age 18 with free and low cost health insurance. This health insurance can he… - Before You Buy Video and Computer GamesUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:58:23 EST
Understanding the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) video and computer game ratings can help you find games that are suitable for your child, and more importantly, restrict access to games… - Seven Steps to Safer SunningUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:55:14 EST
Seven steps to safer sunning to prevent sunburn and skin cancer, including avoiding the sun, using sunscreen, wearing a hat and sunglasses, covering up, avoiding artificial tanning and checking you… - Preventing Kids' Sport's Injuries and DeathsUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:54:18 EST
Your kids can stay healthy and avoid injuries when playing sports by wearing protective equipment, avoiding heat stroke, and recognizing risk factors for sudden death… - The Power of AccutaneUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:52:48 EST
Accutane (isotretinoin) is a powerful and effective medication for teens with uncontrollable or severe acne, but can also have powerful and serious adverse effects. Learn more about Accutane to hel… - Summer Camps for Children with DisabilitiesUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:46:05 EST
This is a guide to some of the directories and listings of summer camps available for children with disabilities… - Antidepressants and Suicide Risk in KidsUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:44:19 EST
Does taking antidepressants, such as Prozac, Zoloft, Celexa, Paxil CR, Effexor, Remeron, and Serzone, increase a child's risk of committing suicide? The FDA is investigating this important topic… - Food Allergies and KidsUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:38:26 EST
Food allergies affect up to 6% of children and can cause serious and even life threatening reactions. Learn about allergic reactions, the most common foods that cause allergies in children (eggs, m… - How to Report Child AbuseUpdated: 2009-12-12 @ 10:36:25 EST
If you suspect that a child is being abused or neglected, you should call your local Child Protective Services (CPS) agency or the CPS agency in the State in which the abuse occurred… - Injury - Sports InjuryUpdated: 2009-12-10 @ 15:02:24 EST
Review how to prevent a sports injury when your kids play sports, including football, baseball, basketball, soccer, cheerleading, etc… - Holiday Safety Tips for KidsUpdated: 2009-12-09 @ 16:22:41 EST
The holidays are a fun time of year for most children, with the anticipation of getting gifts, seeing family and being out of school. It is also an important time of year to be mindful of your chil… - RSV SymptomsUpdated: 2009-12-08 @ 11:24:23 EST
Older children with RSV often just get simple cold symptoms, like a runny nose, cough, and fever. In younger children, especially infants and toddlers, RSV can affect their lungs, causing symptoms … - Salmonella and Food PoisoningUpdated: 2009-12-08 @ 10:52:22 EST
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that are best known for causing food poisoning, being associated with several well-publicized outbreaks in recent years… - IntunivUpdated: 2009-11-14 @ 15:35:43 EST
Intuniv, a new FDA-approved treatment for children with ADHD, is a long-acting non-stimulant medication that can help to control disruptive ADHD symptoms, including hyperactivity, impulsivity, and … - Rear Facing Infant SeatsUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:32:10 EST
Rear facing infant seats are used for children under 12 months of age who are also under 20 pounds… - Convertible Car SeatsUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:26:51 EST
Convertible car seats can be used rear and forward facing for infants from birth to 40 pounds… - High-Back Booster Car Seat With 5-Point Harness…Updated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:24:34 EST
A high back booster with 5-point harness can be used for children that are 20-40 pounds and for bigger kids as a belt-positioning booster seat… - Forward Facing Only Car SeatsUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:23:04 EST
Forward facing only car seats are for toddlers and preschool age children who are between 20 and 40 pounds until they are ready for a booster seat… - Belt Positioning Booster SeatsUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:16:53 EST
A belt positioning booster seat boosts child up providing a higher sitting height, which allows the adult lap and shoulder belt to fit properly… - Before You Buy a Car SeatUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:09:50 EST
You should compare prices and features of the different seats to find the one that fits your child best. Consider buying an Infant Only Seat for you newborn, since they can usually also be used as … - Children's Car Seat Safety GuideUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 12:58:23 EST
Factors that contribute to preventable injuries from car accidents are car seats used incorrectly or not used at all, children being placed in the wrong type of car seat, and moving children out of… - Booster Seats and Harness StrapsUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 12:51:32 EST
My 3 1/2 year old daughter is 33 pounds. Can we move her into a belt positioning booster seat, instead of a car seat or booster seat with harness straps?… - Car Seats - Choosing a Car SeatUpdated: 2009-11-12 @ 10:52:13 EST
Like your baby's crib, a car seat is one of those essential baby products. In addition to understanding the types of car seats that are available -- including infant, convertible, combination, and … - Swine Flu SymptomsUpdated: 2009-11-03 @ 20:42:59 EST
Review common swine flu symptoms, which can include high fever, cough, runny nose, cough, and body aches, and how to tell the difference between swine flu and other common childhood conditions… - Food Pyramid - Using the Food Pyramid with Children…Updated: 2009-11-03 @ 09:45:40 EST
Review how to use the food pyramid to make healthy choices for your child's nutrition… - Safety on HalloweenUpdated: 2009-10-28 @ 18:34:56 EDT
Most people think of Halloween as a time for fun and treats. However, roughly four times as many children aged 5-14 are killed while walking on Halloween evening compared with other evenings of the… - Halloween Safety TipsUpdated: 2009-10-28 @ 18:32:50 EDT
Although Halloween is a fun time of year for kids, it is no fun to get hurt, so take some time to make sure your kids have a safe, healthy, and fun Halloween… - Flu Shot Reactions and Side EffectsUpdated: 2009-10-22 @ 17:09:33 EDT
Review some of the common symptoms of flu shot reactions and side effects, including fever, muscle aches, and malaise or simply not feeling good… - Find a Flu Shot Location or ClinicUpdated: 2009-10-22 @ 10:16:00 EDT
Some sources where you might be able to find a flu shot for your family… - Prevnar - the ear infection vaccine?Updated: 2009-10-21 @ 16:46:51 EDT
Prevnar is a new vaccine that can help to prevent infections by the pneumococcal bacteria, which is a common cause of blood infections, meningitis and ear infections in children… - Pediatric Problem Solver - Find Medical and Parenting Advice and Inf…Updated: 2009-10-20 @ 16:02:08 EDT
Use our parenting problem solver to help find medical and parenting advice and information… - Hidden Dangers and Child SafetyUpdated: 2009-10-14 @ 19:37:21 EDT
Many parents are unaware of child safety hazards that exist beyond drownings, car accidents, or house fires. Shopping cart injuries, TVs that tip over, and accidents on trampolines, ATVs, bunk beds… - Height Comparison CalculatorUpdated: 2009-10-07 @ 11:53:55 EDT
This Height Comparison Calculator makes it easy to see how your child's predicted height compares to everyone else (or enter your own height to see how your compare to the average adult)… - Your Child's Predicted Height [pediatrics]Updated: 2009-10-07 @ 11:46:23 EDT
Parents often have questions about how tall their kids will be. To predict your child's future height based on his genetic potential (which is based on his parent's midparental height), fill in the… - Your Body Mass Index Results [About Pediatrics]Updated: 2009-10-07 @ 11:41:28 EDT
Knowing your child's body mass index can help you figure out if they are overweight, underweight or if they have a healthy BMI… - FluMist Nasal Spray Flu VaccineUpdated: 2009-10-07 @ 11:24:50 EDT
FluMist, a nasal spray flu vaccine, is an alternative to flu shots in healthy people who want to avoid getting sick with influenza but don't want a shot… - Tamiflu Side EffectsUpdated: 2009-10-05 @ 10:07:04 EDT
Although its use is somewhat controversial, mainly because it is only supposed to decrease flu symptoms by a day and high rates of its use have raised concerns that it may lead to flu virus strains… - Tylenol (Acetaminophen) Dosage Calculator<Updated: 2009-09-29 @ 12:09:44 EDT
This Tylenol Dosage Calculator can help you to find the dose of Tylenol for your child when he has pain or a fever and help to avoid overdosages and underdosages when giving your kids medicine… - Calorie Calculator - How many calories do you need each day?Updated: 2009-09-29 @ 11:12:30 EDT
Our Calorie Calculator will help you determine how many calories that you and your kids need each day… - Height Predictor - How tall will your kids be?Updated: 2009-09-29 @ 11:06:14 EDT
Parents often have questions about how tall their kids will be when they grow up. To predict your child's future height based on his genetic potential (which is based on his parent's midparental he… - Ideal Body Weight Results [pediatrics]Updated: 2009-09-27 @ 12:25:38 EDT
Please keep in mind that many factors go into determining if someone is 'healthy' and that this is just one tool. Talk to your Pediatrician if you have concerns about your child's weight… - Terrible Twos Countdown CalculatorUpdated: 2009-09-26 @ 14:10:13 EDT
Our Terrible Twos Countdown Calculator can help you figure out when your toddler's tantrums and quick mood changes might end… - BMI CalculatorUpdated: 2009-09-24 @ 16:40:38 EDT
Using our body mass index calculator, you can figure out if your child is at an appropriate weight for his or her height. The BMI calculator also works for adults!… - Swine Flu Treatments - Kids and Swine FluUpdated: 2009-09-23 @ 12:14:38 EDT
Learn about swine flu treatments, including Tamiflu and Relenza, including new dosing guidelines of Tamiflu for infants… - Must Reads: Essential Articles and Resources about PediatricsUpdated: 2009-09-16 @ 15:52:49 EDT
- RSV PreventionUpdated: 2009-09-15 @ 14:03:21 EDT
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections are common in children, leading to coughing, wheezing and trouble breathing. Synagis is an injection given monthly to high risk infants, especially prem… - Synagis for RSVUpdated: 2009-09-15 @ 12:52:38 EDT
Although the flu and flu shots get most of the attention in the fall and winter, parents of high risk children shouldn't forget to consider Synagis shots to prevent RSV infections through the winte… - Flu Shots for ChildrenUpdated: 2009-08-26 @ 14:31:28 EDT
A flu shot can help prevent your children from getting influenza, and is especially recommonded if they have a chronic medical problem, such as asthma or diabetes, or are around someone else that i… - Do My Kids Need a Flu Shot?Updated: 2009-08-26 @ 14:17:03 EDT
I know that flu season is coming. Do my kids needs a flu shot?… - Flu Shot RecommendationsUpdated: 2009-08-23 @ 11:29:34 EDT
Review the latest CDC guidelines on who should get a flu shot this year to be prepared for the 2009 to 2010 flu season… - ADHD and Going Back to SchoolUpdated: 2009-08-22 @ 09:56:21 EDT
Was your child off of her ADHD medications during the summer break? Get some tips on helping your child with ADHD go back to school… - Toy Safety - Choosing Safe ToysUpdated: 2009-08-13 @ 22:45:40 EDT
Learn more about toy safety and choosing safe toys for your kids… - Choking and Choking HazardsUpdated: 2009-08-13 @ 22:45:22 EDT
Choking, one of the biggest child safety hazards often doesn't get much attention as other dangers to kids. In addition to regularly checking the floor, your car, and other areas where your child c…