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Your Bones for Kids
Where would you be without your bones? Learn more about the skeletal system in this article for kids.
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A to Z: Truncus Arteriosus for Parents
In the womb, a child's heart may develop a single large artery rather than separate aortic and pulmonary arteries. Learn about the condition here.
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Interrupted Aortic Arch (IAA) for Parents
An interrupted aortic arch (IAA) is a rare heart condition in which the aorta doesn’t form completely. Surgery must be done within the first few days of a baby’s life to close the gap in the aorta.
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Your Child's Checkup: 2 Years (24 Months) for Parents
Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the second year.
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Getting to Know Your Newborn for Parents
When you first meet your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Here's what to expect.
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Female Reproductive System for Teens
Why do girls get periods? What goes on when a woman gets pregnant? What can go wrong with the female reproductive system? Find the answers to these questions and more in this article for teens.
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The Ponseti Method: Casting Phase for Parents
The Ponseti method to treat clubfoot is done in two phases – the casting phase gradually moves the foot to the correct position, and the bracing phase makes sure it stays there. Learn about casting.
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Female Reproductive System for Parents
The female reproductive system is made up of the parts inside and outside a female’s body that help make a baby. Learn about them and how they work.
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The Ponseti Method: Bracing Phase for Parents
The Ponseti method to treat clubfoot is done in two phases – the casting phase gradually moves the foot to the correct position, and the bracing phase makes sure it stays there. Learn about bracing.
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Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) for Parents
The ductus arteriosus is a blood vessel that connects two major arteries before birth and normally closes after a baby is born. If it stays open, the result is a condition called patent ductus arteriosus (PDA).