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Ages & Stages - HealthyChildren.org
Pregnancy is a time of anticipation, excitement, preparation, and, for many new parents, uncertainty. The nine months of pregnancy will give you time to have your questions answered, calm your fears, and prepare yourself for the realities of parenthood. This section contains some guidelines to help you with the most important of these preparations.
Symptom Checker - HealthyChildren.org
hover over the portion of the body where your child is experiencing symptoms. Click on the section to display a list of symptoms and select the symptom from the list. For a complete list of symptoms, select from the A–Z listing tab.
Sexual Behaviors in Young Children: What’s Normal, What’s Not?
In fact, "sexual" behavior s in children are common, especially between about 3 to 6 years old. Usually, they are a normal part of development. Read on for information that can help you tell the difference between normal "sexual" behaviors and behaviors that may signal a problem.
Diphenhydramine Dosing Table - HealthyChildren.org
There are other medicines like diphenhydramine that might be safer for young children. The table* below can help you figure out the right amount of diphenhydramine to give. Use your child's weight to decide on the right amount.
What’s the Best Way to Discipline My Child? - HealthyChildren.org
It's a job that takes time and patience. But, it helps to learn the effective and healthy discipline strategies. Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on the best ways to help your child learn acceptable behavior as they grow.
Constipation in Children - HealthyChildren.org
Children with constipation may have stools (poops or bowel movements—BMs) that are hard, dry and difficult or painful to get out. Some children with constipation have infrequent stools. Read on for more information about constipation (signs and symptoms, causes and treatment) and how to help your child develop good bowel habits.
Gender Identity Development in Children - HealthyChildren.org
How does gender identity develop in children? Gender identity typically develops in stages: Around age two: Children become conscious of the physical differences between boys and girls. Before their third birthday: Most children can easily label themselves as either a boy or a girl.
Starting Solid Foods - HealthyChildren.org
Introduce one "single-ingredient" new food from any food group every 3 to 5 days. Look out for any reactions. There is no evidence that waiting to introduce baby-safe (soft) foods, such as eggs, dairy, soy, peanut products or fish, beyond 4 to 6 months of age prevents food allergy.
ADHD - HealthyChildren.org
Common ADHD Medications & Treatments for Children. As glasses help people focus their eyes to see, these medications help children with ADHD focus their thoughts better and ignore …