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Your Child's Development: 9 Months for Parents
Doctors use certain milestones to tell if a baby is developing as expected. Here are some things your baby might be doing this month.
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A to Z: Dislocation, Elbow for Parents
A dislocation is when the bones in a joint slip out of their normal position. A dislocated elbow happesn when the upper and lower parts of the arm to slip out of position.
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Communication and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old for Parents
Babies this age might be about to say their first words, and communicate using body language. Read more about communicating with your baby.
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High-Impact Exercising During Pregnancy for Parents
Most moms-to-be benefit greatly from exercising. But there are some types to avoid during pregnancy.
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Pectus Excavatum: Vacuum Bell Device for Parents
Health care providers sometimes suggest that kids use a vacuum bell to help correct pectus excavatum, a condition that causes a caved-in chest.
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A to Z: Wound Dehiscence for Parents
Wound dehiscence is a condition where a cut made during a surgical procedure separates or ruptures after it has been stitched back together.
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Marfan Syndrome Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about Marfan syndrome and how to help students with the condition succeed in school.
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A to Z Symptom: Chest Pain for Parents
Most causes of chest pain in kids and teens are not serious and will clear up with minimal or no treatment.
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A to Z: Slipped Disc for Parents
Activities and sports that put stress on the back can lead to a slipped disc, which can cause pain in the back, arms, and legs.
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Choosing Safe Baby Products: Playpens for Parents
Playpens are popular because parents can put their baby in one knowing that their little one can't wander off. But they're no substitute for adult supervision.