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Social media is a staple these days for kids and teens, which is why pediatricians and mental health experts say it’s more important than ever for parents to dial in to their children’s life online.

Teenagers are facing a host of pressures these days, academically and socially. Dr. Pilar Bradshaw says providers at Eugene Pediatric Associates are seeing more stressed-out teens than ever before.

Childproofing is essential to keeping small children safe from a host of dangers. While all parents are encouraged to do it, childproofing is just as important for other caregivers like grandparents and friends, especially if they aren’t used to having a young child in their home.

For the first 6 months of life, a baby’s sole source of nutrition should be breastmilk or infant formula. As babies grow and begin eating solid foods, the only two fluids young children need are milk and plain water.

Bath time can be a fun time for small children, but the bathroom can also be a dangerous place for curious little ones.

Young children have a naturally curious need to explore; however, they don’t understand the danger of climbing up furniture to reach irresistible items up high.