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The Stomach Flu: When Should You Go to the ER?
The stomach flu, or the “dreaded stomach bug,” is technically called viral gastroenteritis. But no matter what you call the ...
Kids & Flossing | Advice From a Pediatric Dentist
How do you floss a two-year-old’s teeth? When is the best time to floss your child’s teeth? Dr. Emily Hahn ...
Exercise for Injury Prevention
Recently I was giving a talk to a group of elementary-aged girls about injury prevention in sports. My first thoughts ...
Newborn Winter Wellness: Avoiding All Those Viruses
Dr. Jamie Kondis (plus a special guest!) discusses why your newborn is particularly vulnerable to infections during the winter ...
5 Reasons to Encourage an Independent Toddler
My daughter is flirting with potty training. Recently, after a long shift and just before her nap time, I found ...
Excessive Ear Wax: Tips for Safe Removal
What can you do at home to safely remove excessive ear wax from your child’s ears? In this video, Dr ...
A Parent’s Guide to Pink Eye
It’s gross, it’s messy, and it’s HIGHLY contagious! Pink eye, the bane of schools and daycares everywhere! How do you ...
Teens & Vaping | What Parents Need to Know
You’ve probably seen news stories recently about vaping, or e-cigarettes. So what exactly is vaping, and what should you ...
Let’s Talk About Hives in Children
Urticaria (or hives) are common in children, with a lifetime prevalence of about 20 percent. However, since they cause itching ...