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Featured · Baby care
Umbilical cord care for newborns made simple: how to keep the stump clean and dry, when it falls off, what is normal, and the infection signs that need a doctor.
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Child health
Pinworms in children cause an itchy bottom, especially at night. Learn how to check for them, how treatment and hygiene work, and…
Baby skin care
Cradle cap is a common, harmless scaly rash on a baby's scalp that usually clears on its own. Learn what it looks…
Child health
Strep throat in children causes a sudden sore throat, fever, and swollen glands. Learn how it differs from a viral sore throat,…
Baby development
Baby milestones by month from 2 to 12 months, based on CDC checklists: what most babies do, how to support development, and…
Breastfeeding
How much should a newborn eat? Most take 1 to 2 ounces (30 to 60 mL) per feed at first, 8 to…
Child health
Pink eye in children is usually mild and clears on its own, but newborns with red, sticky eyes need a doctor right…
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