Infant and toddler health
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Thermometer basics: Taking your child's temperature
Thermometer options can be confusing. Know the best way to take your child's temperature.
Slide show: Common baby rashes
You might expect your baby's skin to be flawless, but baby rashes and other skin conditions are common. Find out when treatment is needed.
Premature birth
Here's what you need to know about caring for a premature baby and the possible health problems of a preterm birth.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Are you keeping your child as safe as possible in the car?
Find out how long to use a rear-facing car seat and how it can protect your child.
Language development: Speech milestones for babies
Get the facts about baby speech and language development.
Infant jaundice
Learn about this common condition in newborns, especially those born preterm. With close monitoring and light therapy, complications are rare.
Flu shots for kids: Does my child need a flu shot?
Know the latest recommendations for children's flu vaccines.
Childhood vaccines: Tough questions, straight answers
When it comes to childhood vaccines, misinformation is common. Get the facts about vaccine safety from health experts.
Child abuse
Child abuse includes physical, sexual, emotional and medical abuse, as well as neglect. Learn about signs, risk factors, how to get help and prevention.
Car seat safety: Avoid 9 common mistakes
Learn about common mistakes and find out what you need to do to keep your child safe on the road.
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