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When a loved one has a serious illness, it can be hard to know how to tell your child. Here are tips on when to talk, what to say, and how to help kids cope.

Insect repellents containing DEET have been tested and approved as safe for kids older than 2 months. But be sure to read all labels and take care when you use them.

Tanning at a salon is not safer than tanning in the sun. Here's why.

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If your teen smokes, here are tips to help them kick the habit.

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Is it OK to use cotton swabs to remove earwax?

It can be hard to know if kids are well enough to go to school or childcare. Here are some guidelines.

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Find out what can help kids deal with getting vaccines and other shots.

It's important to know when a cut might need medical care or even a few stitches. Here's what to look for.

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How long does a broken bone take to heal? Find out!

Many scientific studies have shown that there is no link between vaccines — or any of their ingredients — and autism.

The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine is now recommended for girls and boys both. Here's why.

Doctors often use a combination of skin tests and blood tests to test for food allergies. Learn about what to expect if your child gets tested.

A scratch or skin prick test is a common way doctors find out more about a person's allergies.

Food labels can help you spot allergens your child must avoid. Find out more.

Food allergies and food intolerances, like lactose intolerance, are not the same. Find out more.

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Do your toddler's veggies end up on the floor or cold on the plate? Try these tips.

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Food allergies and food intolerances, like lactose intolerance, are not the same. Find out more.

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Find out what can help kids deal with getting vaccines and other shots.

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A vaginal birth after cesarean (or VBAC) is considered a safe option for many women and their babies.

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To help reduce and/or prevent swollen ankles, try these simple steps.

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Try these things to make the shots less painful and stressful for your baby.

Heartburn is common during pregnancy. Find out what can help.

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Abuse is never OK, and if it happens during your pregnancy, you need to get out of the relationship for your sake and your baby's.

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During a baby's first few days of life, it's normal for moms to feel emotional highs and lows, often called the "baby blues."

If you have the flu, you can keep breastfeeding your baby. Learn more.

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Many pregnant women get lower leg cramps, often in the middle of the night. They can be extremely painful, but are usually brief.

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It's quite common for babies not to arrive right on their estimated due dates. Sometimes, if a mom's health or her baby's require it, a doctor may induce labor.

What should women who are planning a pregnancy do before they conceive? Find out here.

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Babies over 1 year may start to have some whole milk.

There are no set rules about how long to wait before taking a newborn out into the world or when to let people near the baby. But here are some guidelines.

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Doctor may prescribe progesterone shots during a woman's pregnancy to help prevent early labor.

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As a normal part of pregnancy, breathing may be affected by the increase in the hormone progesterone, which causes you to breathe in more deeply. This might make you feel as if you're working harder to get air.

Babies should not have honey if they're younger than 1 year old. Here's why.

Tanning at a salon is not safer than tanning in the sun. Here's why.

Enjoy the great outdoors, but don't forget about the threat of ticks. Here's how to prevent tick bites.

Emergency tooth preservation kits contain a sterile balanced salt solution, which is ideal for preserving an injured tooth until a person sees a dentist.

Find out when kids can switch to using regular seatbelts.

The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine is now recommended for girls and boys both. Here's why.

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