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Vitamin D for babies: Are supplements needed?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why, when and how to give your baby vitamin D.
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when surgery is needed.
Thalassemia
Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2, often causing anemia. More severe forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
Screen time and children: How to guide your child
Managing your child's screen time takes effort. Find out how to ensure quality screen time and set limits.
Nutrition for kids: Guidelines for a healthy diet
See the current children's nutrition recommendations for protein, carbohydrates, more.
Mental illness in children: Know the signs
It can be hard to tell the difference between typical behavior and symptoms of mental illness in children. Find out what to look for and when to act.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Why and when children should be vaccinated
Understand why children need vaccines.
Mayo Clinic Minute: The road to hearing for baby Aida
Learn about a child with deafness treated at Mayo Clinic with cochlear implants.
Learning disorders: Know the signs, how to help
Here's how to find out what's going on if your child often has trouble with reading, writing or other skills.
Iron deficiency in children: Prevention tips for parents
Learn how much of this key mineral your child needs and what the health risks of not getting enough are.
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