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Anesthesia: What to Expect for Parents
Here's a quick look at what may happen before, during, and after your child gets anesthesia.
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What Happens in the Operating Room? for Kids
Surgeries and operations happen in the operating room, sometimes called the OR. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Health Care Providers: Obstetricians & Gynecologists for Parents
Obstetrics & gynecology is the branch of medicine that treats conditions and problems related to female reproductive health.
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Health Care Providers: Midwives for Parents
A midwife specializes in female reproductive health care needs such as prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, and newborn care for low-risk pregnancies.
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Parenting Multiples for Parents
Parents of twins (or more!) can feel as if they've left the hospital and arrived home on a different planet. Here's how to cope.
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When Your Child's in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for Parents
It can be stressful whenever kids are in the hospital — and even more so when they're admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). A basic understanding of the PICU can help you feel better prepared to help your child recover.
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What's a Primary Care Physician (PCP)? for Parents
PCPs are health care providers that offer routine checkups, vaccines, and non-emergency medical care. Learn more about PCPs and how to choose a great one.
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Choosing a Pediatrician for Your New Baby for Parents
Along with considering baby names and buying a crib, choosing the right health care provider should be on your to-do list when you're expecting.
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What's It Like to Have Surgery? for Teens
Knowing what to expect with surgery before you get to the hospital can make you less anxious about your surgical experience - and less stress helps a person recover faster.
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Birthing Centers and Hospital Maternity Services for Parents
Where you choose to give birth is an important decision. Is a hospital or a birth center right for you? Knowing the facts can help you make your decision.