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Bug Bites & Bug Bite Creams for Toddlers, Babies, and Children

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Foot Pain at Night in Children: Growing Pains or a Reason to Worry?

It’s after bedtime. Everyone is tucked in and nearly asleep.  Then, there’s a wail from a child’s room, “My foot hurts!” Why would a child complain about foot pain at night? There are many possibilities. Today I’ll review a few of the most common reasons a child’s feet may hurt at night.  Then, I’ll list…

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Kids’ Dry Skin Care in a Few Easy Steps

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Sun Safety in Kids: What Parents Need to Know

Are you also spending more time outside? For many, it’s a great time of year to be outdoors. Recently, I’ve been asked a few questions about sun safety in kids: What are the sun protection recommendations for babies? Do my non-White children need sunscreen? What about all those chemicals in sunscreen? I’ll address all those…