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    Learn whether it is harmful to give extra doses of the routine childhood vaccines, and how you can prevent that from happening. Dr. Shari Nethersole, a physician at the Boston Children's Hospital weighs in.

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    Learn what steps to take if you suspect hearing loss in your infant.

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    Is it ever acceptable to let a two-year-old sip wine and beer?

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    There are three common rashes that babies can have in the first few months of life. Find out when you should have a rash checked.

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    In very young babies, urinary tract infections are generally caused by bacteria germs that reach the urinary tract via the bloodstream.

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    As long as your baby is not acting sick and you are comfortable with his breathing pattern, you should not be overly concerned about the amount of congestion.

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    Get some basic information about pertussis, and what risks it might pose in a ten-year-old.

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    Exercise programs can be exciting for both toddler and parent, but many of them are "more icing than cake."

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    In general, a child with a loose cough only needs to be made comfortable. However, you should monitor her breathing.

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    It isn't always possible to make an exact diagnosis of a rash without seeing it firsthand, but this sounds like seborrheic dermatitis.

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    There is no scientific proof that the DPT shot causes mental retardation, autism, or death.

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    A conventional infant car seat is recommended over the new, built-in car seats.

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    It is important for you to understand fevers so that you can feel comfortable in your approach to caring for your child.

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