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What's a Cochlear Implant? (Video) for Parents
A cochlear implant is a surgically placed device that helps a person with severe hearing loss hear sounds. Doctors consider cochlear implants for children under 12 months of age with profound hearing loss in both ears. Older children with serious hearing loss also may get cochlear implants.
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Week 25 for Parents
You may notice that your baby has resting and alert periods. Your baby's hearing has continued to develop, too — he or she may now be able to hear your voice!
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Quiz: Ears for Kids
Take this quiz about your ears.
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Seizures for Parents
Seizures are caused by a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain. Find out what you need to know about seizures and what to do if your child has one.
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Your Brain & Nervous System for Kids
Your brain is the boss of your body and runs the whole show. Learn more in this article for kids.
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Cerebral Palsy (CP) (Topic Center) for Parents
Learn all about cerebral palsy (CP), a problem that affects muscle tone, movement, and coordination. Help your child or teen manage the condition, and find the help and services that kids with CP are entitled to.
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Pregnancy Slideshow (Baby) for Parents
This week‑by‑week pregnancy calendar shows you some of the important developments taking place as your baby grows.
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Eardrum Injuries for Teens
Perforated eardrums can really hurt. And if you can't hear as well as usual, they can be scary. The good news is, most people who have them get all their hearing back eventually.
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Dealing With Earwax (Cerumen) for Parents
Earwax helps protect the eardrum and fight infection. Parents shouldn't attempt to remove earwax at home, as doing so risks damage to the ear canal and, possibly, a child's hearing.
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Pregnancy Slideshow (Mom & Baby) for Parents
Here's a peek at what's going on inside your body during the amazing 40 weeks of pregnancy. Watch your belly — and your baby — grow!