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Menstrual Suppression in Teens
17
Mar 2021
Menstrual Suppression in Teens
Regardless of the reason for choosing it, menstrual suppression can be managed safely and effectively. One of our pediatric gynecologists answers the questions she is asked most often about this topic.
Heart Conditions
Born with a Heart Defect and Lost to Care
02
Feb 2021
Born with a Heart Defect and Lost to Care
About 550,000 teens and adults are "lost to care": Born with a heart condition and are not being cared for by a doctor trained to treat and manage them.
Heart Conditions
Born With a Heart Defect: Q&A About The COVID-19 Vaccine 
27
Jan 2021
Born With a Heart Defect: Q&A About The COVID-19 Vaccine 
At last the coronavirus COVID-19 vaccine is here. In Ohio, Phase 1b includes vaccinations for those with preexisting medical conditions. What does that mean for people who have adult congenital heart disease (ACHD)? Read on for answers to questions we’ve been getting from the adult patients we follow who were born with a congenital heart
Fetal Conditions
How Will Congenital Heart Disease Affect My Pregnancy?
21
Jan 2021
How Will Congenital Heart Disease Affect My Pregnancy?
If you have adult congenital heart disease, it's important to see a specialist and learn how it might affect your pregnancy.
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Defeating Period Problems in Girls with Disabilities
08
Jan 2021
Defeating Period Problems in Girls with Disabilities
Young girls usually get their first period between ages 10 and 15. This age range is typically the same for teens and tweens with mental and/or physical disabilities. And while periods are the same, how a child with disabilities might react to a period can be very different. For kids with special needs, we see
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Teens: Is COVID Stressing You Out? Here’s Help
21
Dec 2020
Teens: Is COVID Stressing You Out? Here’s Help
So, COVID-19 sucks, right? If you’ve noticed that you’ve felt anxious, fearful, worried or stressed more than normal…well, you’re not alone. Our entire world has changed because of COVID-19. It’s called an environmental trauma. When a trauma occurs, it’s common to have changes in thoughts, feelings and behaviors. And it doesn’t only happen to adults.
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Is Your Teen Stressed Because of COVID? Here’s Help
21
Dec 2020
Is Your Teen Stressed Because of COVID? Here’s Help
Teens have had a lot to deal with this year, from challenges of remote or blended learning to COVID-19 restrictions that have likely put a damper on their social life. The uncertainty and adjustments in 2020 have caused added stress for people of all ages. Your teen might not say it (or might not realize
Child Development and Behavior
ADHD Parent Course: 5 Most Useful Things I Learned
07
Dec 2020
ADHD Parent Course: 5 Most Useful Things I Learned
All you need is a little patience and understanding, they said. Just read this book, they said. Try watching these videos, they encouraged.  While I have appreciated the advice of everyone around me, none of it quite fit our family’s situation.  That’s because my son was diagnosed with ADHD around age 4 and nothing we
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How to Treat and Prevent Diaper Rash
30
Nov 2020
How to Treat and Prevent Diaper Rash
Diaper rash isn’t fun for parents or babies. Fortunately, you can treat most cases of it at home and it often clears up quickly. About 1 in every 4 babies will have diaper rash at some point. It can range from mild to severe. As a pediatrician, I see it a lot. Diaper rash can
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Home for the Holidays? Maybe Not During COVID-19
19
Nov 2020
Home for the Holidays? Maybe Not During COVID-19
COVID-19 numbers are increasing at record numbers in much of the country and my fear is the infection rate will only get worse if people do not take proper precautions this holiday season.
Research and Discoveries
Changing Care for Kids with Diabetes: How Tech Is Making an Impact
13
Nov 2020
Changing Care for Kids with Diabetes: How Tech Is Making an Impact
For kids with diabetes, advances in technology can result in better healthcare. Here’s a now-and-then look at how technology advances are changing lives for children with diabetes and their families.
Research and Discoveries
A New Scoliosis Treatment: Vertebral Body Tethering
20
Oct 2020
A New Scoliosis Treatment: Vertebral Body Tethering
Vertebral body tethering (VBT) is a non-fusion surgical treatment for scoliosis that was recently approved for pediatric patients. Learn more about the surgery, and patients for whom it may be an option.
Child Development and Behavior
Talking With Kids About Mental Health
12
Oct 2020
Talking With Kids About Mental Health
Talking about mental illness can help give children a sense of understanding. But how do you share this information, and how much is OK to share? Here are some tips for having mental health conversations in your home.
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All About Periods
24
Sep 2020
All About Periods
It might not excite you to talk about periods, but they’re important to discuss. If you’re reading this, you likely have a child or know someone special in your life who already needs or soon will need guidance going through this significant stage of life. Below are questions I often get asked here in our
Cancer and Blood Diseases
Four Things To Know About Sickle Cell Disease
11
Sep 2020
Four Things To Know About Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle cell disease is the most common genetic blood disorder in the United States. It is also often misunderstood. Learn four things about sickle cell and the people it affects.
Safety and Prevention
Parents: Talk to Your Kids About the Benadryl Challenge
09
Sep 2020
Parents: Talk to Your Kids About the Benadryl Challenge
The Benadryl challenge has become popular on TikTok. Learn what it is, its risks, and what to talk about with your kids.
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What To Do When Encountering Racism with Children
29
Aug 2020
What To Do When Encountering Racism with Children
Conversations about racism can be difficult. Confronting racism when we encounter it can be even more challenging. These tips and guidance for parents will help them be prepared to stand up if needed and help kids process what has happened.
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Tips for Choosing Masks for Kids
28
Aug 2020
Tips for Choosing Masks for Kids
As a parent, you might be wondering what to look for in a mask, where to look for it, and how the different masks compare.
Child Development and Behavior
A Parent’s Guide to Reading Concerns During COVID
19
Aug 2020
A Parent’s Guide to Reading Concerns During COVID
At Cincinnati Children’s Reading & Literacy Discovery Center we can help answer questions about your child’s reading abilities through our expert team of specialists.
Food Allergies
How to Read a Label For Food Allergies
12
Aug 2020
How to Read a Label For Food Allergies
Every child with food allergies is different. Some need to avoid even the most minuscule amounts of an allergen, while others may be tolerant of those very small amounts. Learn how to read a label for food allergies so that those allergens can be avoided.
Cancer and Blood Diseases
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Toddlers and Growing Children
12
Aug 2020
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Toddlers and Growing Children
Drinking too much cow’s milk can cause iron deficiency anemia in toddlers and growing children. Learn about the other causes of this common type of anemia and how to prevent it.
Heart Conditions
FAQs: Cardiac Rehabilitation for Kids
10
Aug 2020
FAQs: Cardiac Rehabilitation for Kids
Because cardiac rehabilitation involves regular exercise training, it is sometimes counter-intuitive to those parents who have children with a heart condition. Read FAQs to help parents become more comfortable with their child's participation.
Safety and Prevention
Is Caffeine Safe for Young Kids?
03
Aug 2020
Is Caffeine Safe for Young Kids?
Parents often ask if caffeine is safe for young kids. The reality is that there is limited information about the long-term use and safety. Read about the top concerns with young kids consuming caffeine.
Safety and Prevention
What Parents Need to Know About Hand Sanitizers in 2020
28
Jul 2020
What Parents Need to Know About Hand Sanitizers in 2020
With new hand sanitizer products hitting the market in 2020, new concerns have arisen as well. Read what parents need to know about them.
Safety and Prevention
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Melatonin Use in Kids
22
Jul 2020
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Melatonin Use in Kids
It’s estimated that around 25% of healthy children and teens have difficulty sleeping. As a result, parents may explore the use of melatonin to help them sleep. Read the top five things parents should know about it: 

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