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That Anal Itch: How to Diagnose and Permanently Get Rid of Pinworms
That mom’s face said it all — her expression changed from worried to grossed-out as I showed her the squiggling ...
Cut your bills: 12 ways to save money on over-the-counter medications
There’s nothing like a sick kid to make a parent desperate, willing to spend a lot of money on any ...
The Why’s and How’s: Asking questions of your pediatrician
Doctors are not always the greatest communicators. This probably doesn’t come as a shock. In fact, many of you can ...
Fast Food and Your Kids: What do you really get in that drive-through “kids meal” and are you “happy” about it?
“I’m hungry, mom. Can you please get me some chicken and French fries?” This high pitched plea rang out from ...
Drinking Another Mom’s Breastmilk: the science, money and emotions behind this growing business
Would you give your baby another mom’s breast milk? Would you pay for breast milk? Would you donate or sell ...
10 tricks to avoid allergies this spring
One look at my then 4-year-old’s puffy eyes and I knew I had an allergy-sufferer on my hands. I made ...
You’re piercing what? Medical complications of cartilage and ear piercing
It was almost midnight when 14-year-old Kyla came to the emergency room with her mom and two friends– but they ...
Teens and Calcium – 8 Things to Remember
I often have to remind my teen to drink milk and force yogurt or cheese for a snack. As teenagers ...
How Long Can A Baby Go Without Pooping?
“Is 18 days too long to go without pooping?” a mom of a 3-month-old asked. Believe it or not, yes ...
