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Ask the Pediatrician: What is scabies?
Scabies rash looks different at different ages. Babies and toddlers, very elderly people or people with weakened immune systems can have a rash all over the body.
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Ask Amy: Husband recently diagnosed with ADHD and Autism
Dear Amy: He is a wonderful husband and has been a great provider. He just prefers a lot of time alone and does not enjoy chit-chat or meeting new people.
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Ask the Pediatrician: What vaccines does my child need by age 6?
We know from decades of research, in millions of children, that the vaccines work best at these ages, and with this spacing between doses.
Ask Amy: This is not love. This is control.
Regular readers know that I rarely say this, but – get out. I’ll come and get you, myself, writes Amy Dickinson.
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Ask Anna: Seeking a healthier lifestyle for me and my husband
It’s no small feat to overhaul your diet and exercise routine, and it can be far easier to commit to something when your partner is doing it with you.
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Ask the Pediatrician: Here are 8 parenting goals to start the new year strong
Helping to make your family safer, stronger and more harmonious in 2024 may not require a complete overhaul, but rather a few strategic tweaks.
Ask Amy: Son wants to join the Navy SEALs
Dear Amy: Although his intentions are admirable, we are aware that becoming a Navy SEAL is extremely difficult and that the process pushes applicants beyond their physical limits.
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Ask Angi: What do I do with all my holiday stuff?
Holiday cleanup can be as complicated as holiday prep, but with a few simple tips, you can ace the cleanup and make next year’s prep that much easier ahead of time.
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Ask the Pediatrician: How can schools prepare for sudden cardiac arrest?
Did you know sudden cardiac arrest is the main cause of death in young athletes?
Ask Amy: If a romantic relationship is emotionally draining, is this a sign of toxicity?
Dear Drained and Wondering: Here are some life-events that can be emotionally draining on a day-to-day basis: Raising an autistic child, losing a loved-one to dementia or caring for someone at the end of life. Being in a romantic relationship should NOT be emotionally draining.
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Overspent in December? Here’s how to battle the January blues
The new year is a great time to create or update a budget, which can give you back a sense of control.
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Ask the Pediatrician: Should children with diabetes or pre-diabetes go on a low-carb diet?
Good nutrition is essential in this fight to protect our kids’ health. The difficulty comes in defining exactly what “good nutrition” means, especially for growing bodies.
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Ask Angi: How do I make my house snowstorm ready?
Follow these tips to protect yourself, your family, and your home when extreme weather strikes.
Ask Amy: Father still married despite no contact with wife
Dear Amy: I recently reached out to my estranged father to inquire about any life changes he may have had recently, because I was going through the federal security clearance process. When asked if he was still married, his response was, "Theoretically yes."
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Ask the Pediatrician: How does noise affect children?
Compared to adults, children may be more vulnerable to noise effects because they are growing and developing. They may also have less control over where they spend time.
Ask Amy: Your husband is hurting
You may not have all of the answers or a surefire solution to an entrenched family dynamic, but you could help to ease your husband’s pain by encouraging him to open up to you, writes Amy Dickinson.
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Ask the Pediatrician: What is ‘toddler formula?’
Many of the toddler drinks are high in sugar. And they are more expensive than cow’s milk.
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Ask Angi: How can I brighten up my exterior for winter?
Consider these ways to improve your exterior in winter.
Ask Amy: I don’t want to invite one family to my party
Dear Amy: Every year, with the help of my husband and six children, I throw myself a birthday party at a local roller rink. It's all I want: to party and rollerblade with my family and friends like I'm still young.
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Ask the Pediatrician: How do you help a baby sleep?
Virtually every day, pediatricians hear questions from parents worried their children aren’t sleeping well.
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Ask Amy: A childfree woman struggles with friendship
Dear Amy: I love my friends’ kids, but I’m both exhausted from maintaining those friendships and deeply unsatisfied with their quality.
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Ask the Pediatrician: How to talk with your child about the Israel-Gaza war
Here are some suggestions to help parents and caregivers support children in a constructive and helpful way.
Ask Amy: Friend sharing private information about husband’s patients
Dear Amy: I had a long-term close friendship that I have finally completely severed. This friend is married to a prominent doctor.
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Ask Anna: New Year’s advice for every life situation
Whether or not you believe in or plan to make resolutions, the new year is a time when we find ourselves reflecting on the past and planning for the future.
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Ask the Pediatrician: COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy and breastfeeding
If I get a COVID vaccine during pregnancy, does it also protect my baby too? Here are answers to frequently asked questions.
Ask Amy: Stepdaughters called DCFS about my son’s cannabis use
Dear Amy: This betrayal led to familial estrangement from the stepdaughters.
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Ask the Pediatrician: What should I know about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches?
Lead is a poison that acts like a burglar. The ways it enters our homes can be sneaky. It lurks around and can try to rob children of their full potential.
Ask Amy: Those who can should give abundantly
Dear Readers: As I offer my 20th annual year-end “charity roundup,” I’d like to remind readers that while charity truly does begin at home, it need not stay there.
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Ask the Pediatrician: Flying with a baby
When is my baby old enough to fly on an airplane? Should my baby sit on my lap during the flight? The American Academy of Pediatrics answers commonly asked questions.
Ask Amy: Let children play!
Dear Amy: I have two boys – ages six and three – who show every sign of loving gender-typical toys like cars and trucks. They also love the toy kitchen we bought when our older one was three.