Babies and Toddlers

Is My Child’s Development on Track?

May 16, 2013 Healthy Living
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If a group of parents gather with their kids, you’re bound to hear comments about development. Whether you’re at the park, play group, or story time you may glance around at the other children and wonder if your baby is on track.One mom says, “My son is sitting up already,” then you hear “Can you [...]

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The Name Game: Choosing the Right Name for Your Bundle of Joy

April 12, 2013 Community Information
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When the doctor announced to Temple resident Tansyl White and her husband Dominic that the little squirming bundle of joy in her womb was a girl, the Whites were overjoyed. Not only were they ecstatic to have a little girl on the way, but they were excited to be able to use the name they’d [...]

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Loose Hips, Room for Concern?

March 12, 2013 Medical Information
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Each newborn baby is a special gift, a tiny miracle. After waiting nine long months to meet their newborn baby, parents feel a mixture of excitement, nervousness and anticipation. When their baby girl arrives and they hold her in their arms, they are amazed how she developed, grew and is now their own. At this [...]

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The NICU: What to Expect When Your Baby is Admitted

January 8, 2013 Community Information
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My baby’s heartbeat rose and fell happily in a green line on the computer screen in the corner of my hospital room.  But as the blood pressure cuff released its strangling hold on my right arm, I could see why the doctors had decided to admit me. Soon, a worried obstetrician was coming in to [...]

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Why Do I Have These Strange Cravings?

October 30, 2012 Pregnancy - Before and After
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Find Out Why Women Desire Weird Foods, Substances During Pregnancy Big, ripe, red tomatoes. That is what I craved more than anything else when I was pregnant with my first child. While, the juicy delicacies aren’t considered a very strange craving, or a very unhealthy one, some women have reported craving things like salsa, doughnuts, [...]

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Squelch First-Time Breastfeeding Jitters With These Helpful Tips

October 9, 2012 Parenting
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With the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommending that breastfeeding continue for at least 12 months, it seems the old adage is true – breast is best. But the idea of providing all of your baby’s nutrients through breastfeeding can be an intimidating concept. Scott & White lactation nurse, Patty Caplinger, BSN, RN, IBCLC, helps [...]

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Nutrients Your Baby Needs for Healthy Growth and Development

September 17, 2012 Parenting
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Babies depend on their parents to get the nutrients they need to grow and develop the way they should. Below are a few essential nutrients, recommended by Scott & White pediatrician Shaili M. Singh, MD, to give your baby the right start on the road to good nutrition. DHA and ARA What are they? DHA [...]

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Scott & White Pediatrician Offers Advice On When and How To Introduce Your Baby to Solid Foods

August 17, 2012 Parenting
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Your once tiny infant is now rounding the bend into her fourth month and you’ve noticed her eyeing your sandwich at lunch and reaching for the grapes on your plate. While you can’t let her dive into a BLT just yet, you can begin the process of introducing solid foods. The American Academy of Pediatrics [...]

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Is Your Car Seat Safe?

May 11, 2012 Safety
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What Are The Mistakes Parents Commonly Make When Choosing And Installing A Car Seat And How Can You Fix Them? As a new parent or a parent-to-be, you read all the books, buy the right toys and create an engaging environment for your new baby to come home to. But, one item on the list, [...]

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Leaving Your Baby With A Babysitter? Having A Crying Plan May Help Prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome

April 25, 2012 Parenting
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Knowing when it’s time to leave your baby with a babysitter is a personal decision that can be nerve-wracking and unsettling, especially for a first time mom. You want to make sure that your child will be safe and cared for while you are away. One of the best ways to help your babysitter feel [...]

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