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When Should I Give My Child Fluoridated Toothpaste?

A small smear (no larger than a grain of rice) of fluoridated toothpaste should be used until age 3, then this amount...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What is a Dermoid Cyst?

Dermoid cysts can be present at birth or appear in the first two years of life. Parents often notice them accidentally,...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What are the Main red Flags for Autism?

The following warning signs could mean a child is potentially at risk for autism: Not smiling or expressing joy by 6...

  • Cara Barthelette, MS, CCC/SLP, Pediatric Speech Therapist
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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Is There Formaldehyde in Vaccines?

Formaldehyde is used to inactivate toxins in toxoid vaccines, as well as to kill viruses and bacteria that might...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How can I Treat the Common Cold?

Cold symptoms typically consist of low-grade fever, nasal congestion or runny nose, and a slight cough. You should...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How Many ear Infections Will it Take Before my Child Needs to get “Tubes”?

The AAP recommends that children who have had three ear infections in six months or four in one year be evaluated by an...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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What is a Deer Tick?

and the North-Central States). The tiny tick attaches itself to the skin to feed becoming gradually engorged over...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How do I Prevent Lyme Disease?

To prevent Lyme disease in your children, dress them in long-sleeved shirts and long pants while walking in the woods,...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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How do I Know if my Baby has Popsicle Panniculitis?

Popsicle panniculitis is a firm, raised, red to purple mark on the cheek or chin that arises 1-2 days after exposure to...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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My Toddler has an Itchy, red, Scaly Rash Around the Belly Button. What Could it Be?

Some children develop an allergy to nickel. When your child’s bare skin rubs against snaps, buttons, or even a belt,...

  • Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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Is it oK to Delay my Child’s Vaccines Until They are Older and Stronger?

As a parent, you have to be comfortable with the medical decisions you make for your little one. However, there is no...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 1 min read
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Should I Give Cough and Cold Medicine to my Infant?

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends against the use of over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold...

  • Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • January 3, 2019 . 2 min read
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