Children

January 20, 2025

Complex congenital heart disease and childhood development

What parents need to know — and who they should seek out — to optimize neurodevelopment for children born with congenital heart disease (CHD).

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Button battery safety for kids

Button batteries are found in many popular toys and household items, but they are dangerous — even deadly — if swallowed. Keep your kids safe with these tips.

Smart picks for holiday toy gift-giving

Make sure to follow age recommendations for holiday toys and avoid these items while shopping for kids.

5 healthy holiday choices for families

These weeks can make it harder to keep a healthy lifestyle. These five tips can help families make healthy holiday choices.

Decoding your baby’s birthmark

How to tell what type of birthmark your child has — and if it will fade or be permanent.

Keep your ghouls and goblins safe: Halloween safety tips

Along with having fun, don't forget these safety reminders for the big night.

Children and delta-8 THC poisonings: What you need to know

Some may look like candy, but cannabis products pose a safety hazard to young children. Here's what parents need to know to keep kids safe.

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