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Reliable information that promotes the well-being of little ones, from birth to adolescence. Read about child care, development, vaccinations and common health conditions.

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Roseola: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Transmission & Treatment

Roseola is a contagious disease that mainly affects babies and children from the ages of 3 months to 2 years.

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How to Treat a Baby Cough: Home Remedies & Medication

One way to treat a baby cough is to keep the baby sitting up or standing to facilitate breathing. Another way to reduce coughing is to offer small quantities of water to the baby (if age appropriate),...

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Newborn Eye Discharge: What's Normal, Causes & Cleaning Guide

Newborn eye discharge is commonly caused by conjunctivitis, but it may also occur with a cold, flu, or a blocked tear duct.

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Height Calculator: Predict Adult Height Based on Parents’ Heights

A height calculator is a simple tool used to estimate how tall a child may grow to be as an adult. These predictions are based on established growth formulas that consider parental height and...

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Roseola: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Transmission & Treatment

Roseola is a contagious disease that mainly affects babies and children from the ages of 3 months to 2 years.

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Baby Rashes: 6 Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

Baby rashes can lead to symptoms like red spots on the skin, itching and local irritation. They may be caused by certain foods, contact with plants or insect bites.

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Pink Eye in Babies: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment

Pink eye in babies is characterized by eye redness, irritability and discomfort. Babies will often rub their eyes frequently due as a result, which may worsen symptoms if left untreated.

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When do babies start talking?

Babies do not start talking at the same age, and there is no exact time when speech begins. From birth, babies communicate through sounds that slowly become clearer.

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Bronchiolitis Treatment: Home Care, Medications & More Tips

Treatment for bronchiolitis at home focuses on simple steps that help ease symptoms in babies and young children.

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Reflux in Babies: Signs/Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Reflux in babies happens when food or milk flows back into the mouth after being swallowed. This can lead to spit-ups, irritability, excessive crying, or restless sleep, and in more serious cases,...

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Mongolian Spot: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A Mongolian spot is a congenital spot on the skin that appears in newborns. It typically has a blue, gray or slightly green color is most commonly noted in the lower back or buttocks.

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Cradle Cap: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Cradle cap is a benign skin condition in babies, also known as infant seborrheic dermatitis. It causes symptoms like yellow or white crusts on the baby\'s scalp that are not itchy or painful.

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Newborn Screening: What Does It Test For?

Newborn screening (NBS) is a test that can help identify certain serious health conditions in the newborn before symptoms arise.

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Moro Reflex: How to Test & How Long It Lasts

The Moro reflex is an involuntary movement seen in newborns during their first few months of life. It happens when a baby’s arm muscles react instinctively to a feeling of insecurity, such as losing...

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What is the earliest a baby can be born and survive?

The earliest a baby can be born and still survive is around 22 weeks of pregnancy. At this stage, survival is possible but uncommon, and outcomes vary widely.

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Neonatal Sepsis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Neonatal sepsis is an excessive immune response to an infection in a newborn younger than 28 days. The infection may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi and can occur during pregnancy, at birth,...

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Recent questions about Baby Health

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When do you stop growing?

When do you stop growing is usually determined by the end of puberty, when growth plates close due to hormonal changes. Growth often ends around age 15 in girls and 18 in boys, though genetics, thyroid problems, malnutrition, and other health conditions can affect normal growth.

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Are all babies born with blue eyes?

Not all babies are born with blue eyes, as eye color varies at birth and may change over time due to melanin levels. Learn why newborn eye color differs and when changes are normal or need medical attention.

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