From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
Updated 5/19:
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been significant shortages of infant formulas in stores. Current shortages have b…
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New COVID-19 guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines when communities and families should wear face masks.
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Fear, uncertainty, and being holed up at home more to slow the spread of COVID-19 can make it tough for families to keep a sense of calm.…
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Do Healthy Young People Need the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Yes. If your teen or child is healthy but has not had their COVID vaccine, don’t wait.
The American…
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From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
Helping to make your family safer, stronger and more harmonious may not require a complete overhaul, but rather a few strategic tweaks.
Here are some con…
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From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
The start of a new year is a great time to help your children focus on forming good habits. Making New Year’s resolutions can be a fun way to do this!
As…
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From the CDC:
Given what we currently know about COVID-19 and the Omicron variant, CDC is shortening the recommended time for isolation from 10 days for people with COVID-19 to 5 days, if asymptoma…
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From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
The ongoing stress, fear, grief, and uncertainty created by COVID-19 pandemic has weighed heavily on children and teens. Many are having a tough time c…
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From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
For many families, the holidays are about getting together with relatives and friends. As COVID-19 surges again with new variants, …
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Kids will be always kids, but their toys have changed―and it can be overwhelming!
We are inundated with all kinds of sensory-stimulating noise and light…
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For 5-11 year old, starting November 6th, a COVID-19 vaccine will be authorized for emergency use. The vaccine is a 2-dose series taken 3 weeks apart. Each is 1/3 the dosage of the adolescent/adult va…
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The nation’s vaccine campaign will also expand in the coming weeks if the FDA greenlights Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines for children ages 5 to 11.
We are staying informed and when the COVID-19 Vaccine …
Read MoreFrom The FDA:
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took action to expand the use of a booster dose for COVID-19 vaccines in eligible populations. The agency is amending the emergency use au…
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From American Academy of Pediatrics:
The ongoing stress, fear, grief, and uncertainty created by COVID-19 pandemic has weighed heavily on children and teens. Many are having a tough time copin…
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From American Academy of Pediatrics:
For families fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the risk of being exposed to the virus during Halloween festivities may not be as scary as last year. But as COV…
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From: American Academy Pediatrics
Reading diverse and inclusive books is a wonderful way to allow children to see themselves reflected, learn about other people and their experiences, imagine thems…
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From: American Academy Pediatrics
Your children may have questions about the changing climate. Many are hearing about or experiencing climate-change-fueled disasters such as wildfires and severe st…
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From American Academy Pediatrics:
One of the most cautious drives you’ll ever take is the one bringing your baby home with you. Newborns look and feel fragile, and they represent a new of world of …
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From American Academy Pediatrics:
During social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19, you may be looking for new ways to entertain and play with your young child. Thankfully, al…
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From American Academy Pediatrics:
All babies cry. Most babies cry a lot from two weeks to two months of age. Some cry more than others, and some cry longer than others. For many new pare…
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From American Academy Pediatrics:
Probiotics” (meaning “for life”) is a word you may see when shopping for infant formula and supplements. Some formulas are fortified with these probiotic…
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From American Academy Pediatrics:
Does your infant have a regular fussy period each day when it seems you can do nothing to comfort her?
This is quite common, particularly between 6:00 p.m. and…
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From American Academy Pediatrics:
Having a baby is an incredibly exciting time! Many parents set up baby registries for items that they believe their baby will need. However, it’s important to kno…
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From American Academy of Pediatrics:
How do I know if my child has a food allergy?
A food allergy happens when the body reacts against harmless proteins found in foods. The reaction usually happ…
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