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Is it okay for a toddler to hang upside down?

A toddler hanging upside down is alright if it’s in a safe location and for a short time — no longer than a few minutes at most.

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Breastfeeding and vitamin D deficiency

Breastfeeding babies are at higher risk of vitamin D deficiency because breastmilk alone does not provide infants with enough vitamin D.

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Help! My toddler is feeding the dog dangerous items!

If your toddler is feeding the dog dangerous items, try to reframe the issue so that you are focusing on more appropriate, prosocial behaviors.

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Dealing with pandemic-induced separation anxiety in kids

Children and families are finally resuming some of their pre-pandemic activities, such as summer camp, vacations and in-person school. For some kids, this return will also trigger separation anxiety.

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Five tips from pediatricians to get ready for a summer of ‘normal’

Returning to our usual routines this summer isn’t as simple as putting on our swimsuits and heading out the door.