Happy first birthday to your baby! That little bundle you first held is now a budding toddler, soon to take their first steps (if they haven’t already). Be sure to share all your proud-parent moments with your pediatrician. Here’s what you can expect at the 12-month checkup: ✅ Immunizations At the 12-month visit, your baby...
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration recently warned families not to use certain powdered infant formulas that may be contaminated with bacteria. Learn more about what you should know about the infant formula recall here.
Safety for Your Child: Birth to 6 Months Did you know that hundreds of children younger than 1 year die every year in the United States because of injuries — most of which could be prevented? Often, injuries happen because parents are not aware of what their children can do. Children learn fast, and before...
Everyone can play a role in protecting those at higher risk of severe illness as we gather together this holiday season. If you'll be celebrating with unvaccinated children and other higher-risk loved ones, keep these tips in mind to help minimize exposure to COVID-19.
Question My partner and I got COVID-19 vaccines while I was pregnant, but is it safe for our newborn to be around unvaccinated people? Shetal Shah MD, FAAP- healthychildren.org Congratulations on the birth of your new baby! And kudos for getting fully immunized against COVID-19 during your pregnancy. This protects you—and also passes along protective...
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