Buying used baby gear: how to make the right purchase
Getting ready for your new baby can be expensive. From car seats and cribs to diapers and toys, the dollars add up quickly. You may be tempted to buy used
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ASK THE CPCMG PEDIATRICIAN: How can I help my child avoid a scar from a cut or scrape?
For active kids, cuts and scrapes are inevitable. Fortunately, these common childhood injuries can be treated at home. Here’s how to care for cuts and scrapes and help scars become
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WHY DOES YOUR FAMILY NEED A MEDIA PLAN?
For better or worse, digital media is a regular part of everyday life. Children have access to social media platforms, digital content and interactive games thanks to smartphones, tablets, laptops,
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FIVE REASONS TO SKIP BOTTLE PROPPING
It might seem like a simple fix if you don’t have time to sit with your baby for a bottle feed – just prop their bottle up on a blanket
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HOW TO SURVIVE HOT WEATHER WITH A NEWBORN
With rising temperatures and heat advisories, caring for a newborn will mean a little extra planning and specific steps to keep them comfortable. Follow these tips to make sure your
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Measles & International Travel: What Parents Need to Know
Measles is a highly contagious disease that can be dangerous, especially for babies and young children. Measles typically begins with a high fever (may spike to more than 104º), cough, runny
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SIX TIPS TO HELP KIDS DEAL WITH STRESS
In today’s busy world, it’s easy for anyone – even kids – to feel overwhelmed. For kids, maybe they are worried about homework and grades, or maybe they are being
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Identifying Your Child’s Illness
We are still in respiratory virus season, which can be stressful for parents of babies and young children. If you are worried about the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the first
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Food Allergies: What Parents Need to Know
Food allergies are common complaints in CPCMG offices. Here is a recap of what you need to know about food allergies and food intolerance, who is likely to develop a
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ASK THE CPCMG PEDIATRICIAN: Why is my child getting sick so often?
It seems like my child is always sick. They will feel better for about a week, then get sick again. Why is my child getting sick so often? If your
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