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Doctors and experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics discuss all aspects of your child's health and well-being.

LATEST EPISODE

The Virtual Invasion of Technology into Childhood
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Is our technological age good or bad for your children's future? ... read more

PAST EPISODES

21st Century Business Plan for Parents
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From toddler to teen, keeping your children on course to be successful in life requires a bit of planning and direction. ... read more
Talk, Sing & Read to Your Baby (Dads Too!)
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Research has shown the importance of reading, talking and singing in infant and toddler language development. ... read more
Teaching Your Kids to Recognize Stranger Danger
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If someone tells your child, "mommy's in trouble, get in my car," does your child know what to do? ... read more
Keeping Your Kids Safe on Halloween
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Keeping your children safe on Halloween is up to you. ... read more
Strep is More than Just a Sore Throat
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Strep is More than Just a Sore Throat

Expert : Shawn Ralston, MD
Strep throat is most common in children between the ages of five and 15, though children under five and adults can also become infected. ... read more
Treating Bronchiolitis in Young Children
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Bronchiolitis is the most common cause of hospitalization among infants under one year of age. ... read more
Children's Cancer Risk: Don't Ignore These Symptoms
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Fever, chills, appetite loss, aching bones or joints are just some of the symptoms that could be signs of cancer in your child. ... read more
Is Your Child Getting Too Much Medication?
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Is Your Child Getting Too Much Medication?

Expert : Kathleen A. Neville, MD
Roughly every eight minutes a child in the U.S. experiences a medication mistake. ... read more
Non-Prescription Contacts Can Harm Your Child's Eyes
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Decorative contact lenses can make you look cool, but are they bad for your eyes? ... read more

About Melanie

Melanie Cole, MS Melanie Cole, MS, is the RadioMD Director of Operations. She has a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology.

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