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Parents

  • Talking to Kids About Race and Racism

    When we teach kids early on that it's OK to talk about race, we help them to understand, respect, and appreciate the differences between people.

    Here are ways to start the conversation

  • Watch Your Baby Grow

    This week-by-week calendar is a detailed guide to the changes taking place in your baby — and you.

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  • Vaping

    E-cigarettes are marketed as a safe alternative to smoking, but they're not. They still put nicotine or chemicals in the body and can damage the lungs.

    Get the facts

Managing Your Toddler's Behavior

Learn how to encourage good behavior, handle tantrums, and keep your cool when parenting your toddler.

Questions and Answers

  • It's a delicate balance — staying aware of what your kids do online, but without snooping. The key is to stay involved in a way that makes your kids understand that you respect their privacy but want to make sure they're safe. 

    Here's how

  • In the United States, every newborn is tested for genetic and other conditions that aren't obvious at birth. A simple blood test lets doctors find out if a baby has one of several health problems so that treatment can start right away if needed.

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  • A lymphatic malformation is a clump of lymph vessels. These growths aren't cancerous, but they often need treatment because they can press on other body parts as they grow, causing problems. 

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