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Stranger danger: What do I do when my kid won’t hug grandma?

What happens when your kid does not want a hug? Here’s how to handle the awkwardness at your next family gathering.

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What you need to know about breastfeeding and the COVID vaccine

We asked our specialists at Children’s National to answer some questions about the COVID vaccine and breastfeeding.

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Types of gluten intolerance

Types of gluten intolerance include celiac disease, gluten sensitivity and wheat allergy.

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My toddler is talking more at daycare than at home

It’s common for parents to report that their toddler is displaying developmental abilities — such as talking — at daycare and not at home.

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All pain is the same, right? Wrong!

Acute pain is caused by tissue damage while chronic pain is when the pain signaling itself is altered.