The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Breastfeeding Your Baby: Getting StartedCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Getting ready for the birth of your baby is an exciting and busy time. One of the most important decisions you will make is how to feed your baby.
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Breastfeeding Your Baby: How Should I Store Breast Milk?Category: breastfeeding
Here are storage and preparation tips for a healthy baby at home. (The hospital may have different guidelines for you to follow if your baby needs to have expressed milk.)
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Breath-Holding SpellCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A spell that includes holding the breath, then turning blue and passing out.
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Brief Resolved Unexplained Event: What Parents and Caregivers Need to KnowCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
A brief resolved unexplained event (or BRUE for short) occurs suddenly and can be scary for parents and caregivers. A brief resolved unexplained event is a diagnosis made after your baby’s doctor or health care professional has examined your baby and determined that there was no known concerning cause
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Bright Futures Parent Handout: 1 Month VisitCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Here are some suggestions from Bright Futures experts that may be of value to your family
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Bright Futures Parent Handout: 12 Month VisitCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Here are some suggestions from Bright Futures experts that may be of value to your family
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Bright Futures Parent Handout: 15 Month VisitCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Here are some suggestions from Bright Futures experts that may be of value to your family
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Bright Futures Parent Handout: 15 to 17 Year VisitsCategory: well-child_visits
Here are some suggestions from Bright Futures experts that may be of value to your family.
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