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Raising a child can be challenging for parents and caregivers at all stages of development. Get parenting advice and tips from our expert pediatricians to help your child grow into a happy and healthy adult.
Understanding Head Lice: What You Need to Know
Lice, though not a serious health threat, are a significant nuisance, especially for school-aged children. Learn more about head lice and how you can prevent it in your household.
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Heart Health for Kids: Tips for Parents
By encouraging your kids to create healthy heart habits, you help set them up for longer, healthier lives. Our experts offer tips on how to improve your child's heart health.
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Diaper Rash Prevention & Treatment | Lurie Children's
Diaper rash is common in babies. Learn about the causes, prevention, treatment and when to call the doctor.
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Your Newborn’s First 2 Weeks of Life: 10 Things to Expect
In the two weeks after birth, newborns learn to feed, work to get back to their birthweight and change and develop in numerous other ways.
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Newborns and Nighttime Sleep
Trying to get your newborn to start sleeping through the night? We break down some sleep goals, piece by piece.
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When Do Babies Start Crawling?
Crawling is an exciting new development for babies. Our Lurie Children's expert explains everything that parents need to know.
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Understanding Bedwetting in Kids
Bedwetting is a common issue, affecting millions of children. Learn about causes, how to help your child stay dry at night and when to talk to a healthcare provider.
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8 Mindfulness Activities & Exercises for Kids
Whether your child is showing signs of anxiety or settling into new routines well, we've gathered some simple, creative ways to improve mindfulness.
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Typical for a Newborn
Learn about sleep schedules, normal vital signs, expected behaviors and when to call the pediatrician.
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Addressing Childhood Obesity with Modern Parenting Approaches
Lurie Children’s latest report provides insights into how parents are addressing weight concerns in their children and effective solutions to support healthier lifestyles.
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Teaching Kids to Love Healthy Food: MyPlate for Families
Eating a balanced diet is essential, but getting proper nutrition can be difficult. Our experts provide some tips and answer common questions to help guide you in making healthy food choices.
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Understanding NICU Levels
At Lurie Children’s Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs), our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality care and support for your baby and your family.
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