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Whether you're off to the pediatrician for a well-baby visit or because your little one is ill, learn how to make the most of each doctor visit.
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- 10 Ways to Calm Your Child's Fear of the Doctor
- It's no wonder that small children sometimes become frightened when visiting the doctor's office. After all, there are plenty of adults out ... Read More
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- A is for Acupuncture
- Is your baby's colic, crying, or poor appetite making you consider a trip to the acupuncturist? All in all, it may be A-OK. ... Read More
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- How to Handle… Choosing a Pediatrician
- We asked three moms for advice on how to pick the best pediatrician for your family.
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- Pediatrician Gripe | Billing Battles
- Got questions about your last doctor's bill? Don't bring it up in the middle of your next appointment. Our doctor explains when, why, and with ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Insisting on Organic
- Are you set on feeding your family only organic foods? You may think you're providing them with the best, but your doctor might disagree. ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Mentioning Complicated Medical Issues at the End of a Routine Physical
- It's surprising how often parents wait until the end of a child's routine checkup to casually mention a very serious health concern. This can ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Phoning in for Diagnoses and Prescriptions
- Your child has been treated for this illness numerous times, so why drag him to the office when your pediatrician can just prescribe the meds ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Requesting Specific Medical Tests
- You've done all the research, so why won't your pediatrician just perform the medical exams you request? The situation may be more ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Reusing Prescriptions
- One of the worst medical offenses is giving your child old pills without the consent of your pediatrician. Avoid earning a parental time-out ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Splitting Up Vaccinations
- Do too many vaccines "overwhelm" a child's immune system? Here's why your pediatrician may not want to alter your little one's immunization ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Squeezing in Parent Exams
- Think you can save some time by getting a quick grown-up checkup while you're at the pediatrician's office? Think again. Our expert explains ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Using Junk Food as a Reward
- Sometimes promising sweets is the only way to get your child to agree to come into the doctor's office and behave throughout the visit, but this ... Read More
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- Pediatrician Gripe: Using Your Pediatrician as a Threat
- Using your child's pediatrician as a threatening figure to get kids to behave is sure to backfire.
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- What Your Child's Doctor Does NOT Want to Hear
- Of course, your child's pediatrician wants you to voice your honest concerns about your child's health - but how you tell him can make or break ... Read More
- 10 Common Questions New Parents Ask
- New parents can find themselves confused and overwhelmed. Do you have parenting questions about your newborn? You're not alone! Get your ... Read More