American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians.
Posts tagged with ‘infantile’
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Heart Murmurs
A heart murmur is an abnormal noise between heartbeats. It can be a sign of a heart problem.
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Babies and Thumbs, Fingers, and Pacifiers
Sucking on thumbs, fingers, and pacifiers is common in babies. Each has its pros and cons for parents to…
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Infant CPR/Choking
Quick response is crucial when performing CPR on children or helping a child who is choking.
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Hearing Problems in Children
Hearing loss in children can be caused by a number of factors. Recognizing the symptoms early increases the chances of…
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Newborn Sleep Routines
Establishing a sleep routine for your newborn will help both the baby and you develop stability and predictability.
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Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that affects physical and intellectual development.
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Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula are 2 disorders of the digestive system affecting babies.
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Dental Hygiene: How to Care for Your Baby's Teeth
Maintaining healthy teeth is important for the growth of your baby. Poor oral care can lead to infection, disease and…
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Congenital Heart Disease
Congenital heart disease is a heart problem that some people are born with and can include a hole in the…
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Pacifiers: Benefits and Risks
Pacifiers have pros and cons, depending upon how long your baby uses one.
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Being a Single Parent
Being a single parent can be challenging. It can also be very rewarding. It’s important to find a way to…
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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Sudden infant death syndrome is the unexplained reason a baby under 1 year old dies while sleeping. There are no…
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Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic condition where babies are unable to break down an amino acid. This can lead…
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Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is redness and rash on a baby’s bottom or genital area. It is a very common rash. Normally,…
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Cytomegalovirus
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that most people are exposed to as infants. It rarely causes symptoms, but sometimes…
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Crying: Under Age 1
A crying baby is normal. However, it can be upsetting to you and it’s usually a sign something is bothering…
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Choosing Safe Baby Gear
Having a baby means you’ll need a lot of baby gear. First, do your research to ensure everything you buy…
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Croup
Croup is caused by a respiratory virus and causes children, usually age 5 and younger, to have a barking…
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Baby’s First Steps
Watching a baby take their first steps is exciting, but it also leads to a new set of challenges for…
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It is usually caused by a virus. RSV is…
