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June 15, 2026

How much screen time can my child have over the summer?

Now that school is out and the weather is hot and muggy, you may be tempted to relax your family’s screen time rules. Here’s why pediatric nurse practitioner Jasmine M. Terrell doesn’t recommend it.

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How to keep a newborn healthy during the holidays

Germs are rampant and so are the kisses. Here's how to keep your newborn protected during holiday visiting.

A guide to breastfeeding

Learn how to navigate breastfeeding as a first-time parent and discover additional resources that can help you along the way.

Strategies for preventing children’s heat injuries and deaths

Hot cars, stuffy strollers: Smart steps for parents to remember during hot weather.

10 terms every new parent should know

From tongue-ties to colostrum, you may hear these common terms.

Does your baby have a tongue tie?

Good news: Most tongue ties don’t require surgical treatment. Here’s what to know.

Tips to help your child find constipation relief

How to keep things moving when your child is constipated.

Convenient Care Closer to Home

Vanderbilt Health is here to help if you or your loved one is feeling sick or has a minor injury. Dozens of locations throughout Middle Tennessee offer convenient hours — and can even bring a provider to you.

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Could your child’s cough mean something more?

When to see a specialist about your child’s cough.

How to cope with RSV and other winter illnesses

Pediatricians see a surge in RSV cases this time of year. Here’s what to know about this seasonal respiratory illness.

Complex congenital heart disease and childhood development

What parents need to know to optimize neurodevelopment for children born with congenital heart disease.

Will my baby grow out of hip dysplasia?

Most babies born with hip instability develop and grow normally without significant intervention.

Medications and breastfeeding: when you should ‘pump and dump’

Here's what to ask about breastfeeding and taking medications.

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.