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Fitness and Nutrition
07
May
2018
Why Strength Training Is Important For Young Athletes
Strength training is an important tool young athletes can utilize to make sure they're doing everything they can to avoid injury on the playing field.
By: Greg Myer, PhD
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Childhood Obesity
19
Apr
2018
8 Practical Ways to Start A Low Glycemic Diet for Kids
A clinical dietitian at Cincinnati Children's provides 8 easy ways your family can incorporate low glycemic foods into your diet to stay fuller longer.
By: Barbara Lattin MS, RD, LD
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Fitness and Nutrition
17
Apr
2018
Invisible Battle with Concussions – Catesby’s Recovery
Sarah Clay describes how her son Catesby was able to get back on the field after two concussions sidelined him for months.
By: Sarah Clay
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Fitness and Nutrition
30
Mar
2018
Baby Food: What Parents Need to Know
Read about when to introduce your baby to solid foods, what foods to try, and tips for making your own baby food at home.
By: Jennifer Van Oss MS, RD, LD
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Healthy Living
05
Mar
2018
4 Things To Know About Reoccurring Kidney Stones in Kids
If your child has had one kidney stone, he or she is 50% more likely to get another one. Read why reoccurring kidney stones in kids can be problematic.
By: William DeFoor, MD
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Healthy Living
02
Mar
2018
Antibiotics Are Not Always the Answer
It is important to understand the differences between viruses and bacterial infections in order to avoid using antibiotics inappropriately. Learn how to determine when antibiotics are needed.
By: David B. Haslam, MD
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Child Development and Behavior
26
Feb
2018
5 Next Steps When You Suspect A Loved One Has An Eating Disorder
It's important to act quickly if you suspect someone has an eating disorder, as recovery is more likely when caught early. Read 5 next steps you should take
By: Abigail Matthews, PhD
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Fitness and Nutrition
24
Jan
2018
7 Kid-Friendly Breakfast Ideas To Jump-Start the Day
Kids who eat breakfast do better in school, have better concentration, fewer behavior problems, and more energy. Read a dietitian's 7 breakfast ideas:
By: Shelly Frank, RD, LD
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Child Development and Behavior
18
Jan
2018
Myths of Bedwetting and Helping Kids Cope Emotionally
Bedwetting is a common and frustrating condition for about 5-10% of children ages 5-7. Here are 4 myths about bedwetting parents should understand and ways to help your child cope emotionally.
By: Denise Ferguson, MSN, APRN, CPNP
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Healthy Living
10
Jan
2018
14 Reasons to Call Your Newborn’s Doctor
Bringing home a newborn is exciting, exhausting and a little overwhelming! Save this list of symptoms that necessitate a call to your baby's doctor.
By: Dr. Amy Guiot
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Child Development and Behavior
03
Jan
2018
5 Bigger-Picture Suggestions To Help Build Kids’ Self-Confidence
Kids with a healthy self-confidence typically grow into self-confident adults! Read five bigger-picture suggestions to help them achieve this important trait.
By: Beverly H. Smolyansky, PhD
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Healthy Living
15
Nov
2017
4 Practical Tips to Help Avoid Gestational Diabetes
Making healthy lifestyle choices can help pregnant women avoid gestational diabetes. Read some practical tips to help prevent the condition:
By: Amanda Riley, RD
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Healthy Living
19
Oct
2017
A Review of Medication Manager Apps
It is important for kids to take their meds as prescribed in order to control symptoms. Our researchers reviewed some medication manager apps to help:
By: Rachelle Ramsey, PhD
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Healthy Living
27
Sep
2017
Fall Allergies Part II: How to Help Your Child
Learn how you can ease you child's fall allergy symptoms through both medical and non-medical approaches.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD
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Healthy Living
25
Sep
2017
Help Us Stand Up Together for Kids
The Graham-Cassidy Bill could threaten childrens' medical coverage. Call your Senators today to oppose this bill. Stand up for healthcare for kids.
By: Michael Fisher
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Healthy Living
22
Sep
2017
Fall Allergies Part I: Allergy Basics
Ragweed, dust and mold are the most common allergens in kids during fall. See what triggers allergy symptoms and when you should call the doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD
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Child Development and Behavior
10
Aug
2017
7 Tips to Mentally Prepare Your Child for the School Year
Getting ready for the new school year can be stressful! Read one of our psychologist's seven tips to help kids mentally prepare for the adjustment:
By: Amie Duncan, PhD
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Child Development and Behavior
26
Jul
2017
9 Steps to Help Kids Manage Their Anger
There is no quick fix for helping kids to manage their anger. But there are some strategies we can employ to help them regulate it better. Read 9 steps:
By: Beverly H. Smolyansky, PhD
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Child Development and Behavior
18
Jul
2017
Early Childhood Language Development: What’s “Normal?”
One of the most frequent questions our speech-language pathologists receive is, "Is my child's language development normal?" Review these milestones by age:
By: Ann Kummer, PhD, CCC-SLP
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Child Development and Behavior
19
Jun
2017
Puberty in Girls: Conversation Starters for Parents
It’s important for you to talk with your daughter about changes in her body before they start happening. Read these practical tips for getting the puberty conversation started.
By: Lesley Breech, MD
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Childhood Obesity
07
Jun
2017
4 Healthy Habits of Kids Who Eat Their Fruits and Veggies
A pediatrician noticed that the parents who have been successful at getting their kids to eat fruits and veggies have these four healthy habits in common:
By: Jill Klein, MD
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Healthy Living
01
Jun
2017
Help Understanding Difficult-To-Treat Asthma
Some kids may have difficult-to-treat asthma, despite doing the right things, like taking medicines and reducing exposures to triggers. Read 5 reasons why.
By: Theresa Guilbert, MD
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Healthy Living
23
May
2017
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
More teens are using caffeine as a way to focus or stay awake. However, it is a drug and has side effects. Read why they should limit or quit caffeine use.
By: Shan Yin, MD
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Fitness and Nutrition
11
May
2017
Handy Checklist: Tips for Dining Out with Celiac Disease
Parents of children with celiac disease may find dining out to be a stressful experience. Read one of our dietitian's tips for making it work!
By: Emily Romantic, RD
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Child Development and Behavior
20
Apr
2017
Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: What Parents Need to Know
About 60% of female athletes have irregular or missed periods. This can be problematic, and may lead to functional hypothalamic amenorrhea.
By: Catherine Gordon, MD
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