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Poison plants
Nothing ruins fun in the outdoors like a good case of poison ivy (or oak or sumac). While some people experience minor irritation when they come in contact with one of these poison plants, others can...
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Reach Out and Read
A trip to the doctor’s office can be scary for small children, but we’ve helped fix that while also encouraging children to read through our involvement in the national “Reach Out and Read” program. At...
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Hiking with kids
Summers in the Midwest are a great time to get out and enjoy nature. Hiking with kids is wonderful exercise and a fun family activity. Just be sure to follow some basic safety tips to make sure...
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Who can you trust in the vaccine debate?
Vaccines are in the news again. It’s not new, this “news.” It’s actually the same story – hashed and rehashed, depending on which celebrity or politician or spokesperson is given the megaphone. Who is...
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When should you take your child to the emergency department?
Knowing what to do when your child is sick can be a confusing experience. And it can be hard to think clearly when your child isn’t feeling well and needs your attention. More often than not, your...
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Is my child ready for overnight camp?
With summer just around the corner, making plans for your child’s summer vacation may be on your mind. The options are vast, and depending on the age and maturity of your child, overnight camp may be...
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Is your child ready for kindergarten?
Children who are 5-years-old on or before September 1, 2016, are eligible to enroll in kindergarten this fall in the state of Michigan. Is your child ready? Kindergarten readiness is a popular topic...
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Should I “redshirt” my child for kindergarten?
Redshirting is a term originally used to describe a college athlete who does not compete for a year in order to grow in size, strength, and/or skill in order to give him or her an extra year of...
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Safe storage of firearms and ammunition
One out of three homes in the U.S. with children has guns. Unfortunately, many of those are not stored properly. As physicians invested in the care of children in our communities, my colleagues and I...
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Signs of overeating can be seen at an early age
It’s become a milestone moment so many parents look forward to: their baby’s first bite of birthday cake when he turns one. For some children, it’s love at first taste, leading to photos of messy,...
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