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Infants and Toddlers

Find information on toddlers and infants, caring for your newborn, potty training, vaccination decisions, home safety and nutrition, plus tips for picky eaters.

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  • Baby bottles and nipples sit on a white countertop beside the kitchen sink after being washed.

    Preparing for Parenthood: How to Clean Baby Bottles

    Having a baby is a big life change. Babies sleep a lot, soil their diapers a lot, and eat a lot. In general, newborns eat every 2 to 3 hours, or 8 to 12 times per day. As they grow, the number of times…

  • Mother holds her baby as she's vaccinated by her doctor. A new study shows a possible association between exposure to aluminum in some childhood vaccinations and asthma in young children.

    A Family Doctor Responds to Study on Aluminum in Vaccines

    A recent study released shows a possible association between exposure to aluminum found in some childhood vaccinations and the development of persistent asthma in young children. A study like this may cause parents to have questions about routine vaccinations for their children. Here’s…

  • A doctor gives a child a vaccine in the arm. There are many misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to avoid common vaccine myths.

    Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact

    There are many common misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to clear up any confusion.

  • Infant formula

    Infant Formula

    Infant formulas are a viable option for feeding your baby that are specially made to meet babies’ nutritional needs.

  • COVID Vaccines for Young Children: What Parents Need to Know

    On December 8, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the updated (Bivalent) COVID-19 vaccine to include children 6 months and older. The American Academy of Family Physicians has endorsed the approval. The Academy believes it will help prevent COVID-19…

  • Scared girl looking at a big needle

    Fear of Needles

    Many children are scared of shots because they have a fear of needles. Help your child understand that shots are…

  • doctor gives a chickenpox vaccination to a young girl

    Chickenpox Vaccine

    Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that is easily preventable with the use of a vaccine.

  • View of a man’s spinal column through the back of his shirt

    Spinal Cord Injury

    Common causes of spinal cord injury include falling, sports-related events, car accidents, and diseases such as polio or spina…

  • A doctor listens to a patient’s lungs with a stethoscope. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs usually caused by bacteria or a virus. Walking pneumonia is a mild case of pneumonia.

    Pneumonia

    Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. How serious it is depends on what caused the pneumonia, your age, and…

  • young boy with adhesive eye patch over his eye

    Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

    Amblyopia (lazy eye) develops in childhood when one eye doesn’t work properly with the brain. Left untreated, it can lead…

  • a young girl with Down syndrome looks up and smiles

    Down Syndrome

    Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that affects physical and intellectual development.

  • A toddler wears an oxygen mask. RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a common virus that makes it hard to breathe. RSV is common in children under 2, but anyone can get it.

    RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)

    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus. It affects your lungs, making it difficult to breathe. The virus is…

  • Reye’s Syndrome

    Reye’s syndrome is a rare but serious illness common in children recovering from a virus and taking aspirin. It can…

  • Pyloric Stenosis

    What is pyloric stenosis? Pyloric stenosis is a medical condition. It is a narrowing of the opening between the stomach and the small intestine. That space is called the pylorus. It often occurs in babies younger than 6 months. It is more common in…

  • Vaccine in vial with syringe

    The Importance of Vaccinations

    Vaccinations are essential to personal and public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases.

  • Young Woman with Perfect Skin and Skin Problem. Unhealthy and Healthy Skin After Treatment.

    Rosacea

    Rosacea is a common skin condition that occurs on the face. It causes redness and small bumps that are similar…

  • Baby boy taking first steps to mother sitting on floor

    Baby’s First Steps

    Watching a baby take their first steps is exciting, but it also leads to a new set of challenges for…

  • Illustration of enlarged adenoid. Adenoids are tiny pieces of tissue in the back of your throat. They hang above your tonsils. They help fight infections in your body.

    Enlarged Adenoids

    Adenoids are tiny pieces of tissue in the back of your throat. They hang above your tonsils. They help fight…

  • A woman kneeling on the bathroom floor while holding her head over the toilet as she vomits

    Vomiting and Diarrhea

    Information for parents about vomiting and diarrhea in children from the American Academy of Family Physicians.

  • Person doing CPR on baby dummy during first-aid training

    Infant CPR/Choking

    Quick response is crucial when performing CPR on children or helping a child who is choking.

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