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What a newborn really looks like
Here's what to expect when you meet your baby for the first time.
What a newborn really looks like
Here's what to expect when you meet your baby for the first time.
Video: Baby's soft spots (fontanels)
A baby's soft spots (fontanels) close when the skull bones fuse together. See how.
Uncircumcised penis: Is special care needed?
Know how to wash and care for your child's uncircumcised penis.
Umbilical cord care: Do's and don'ts for parents
Find out how to keep the area clean and dry, and when to call the doctor.
Twin pregnancy: What twins or multiples mean for mom
Twin pregnancy or other multiples? Here's help taking care of yourself — and your babies.
Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Teen suicide: What parents need to know
Understand what makes teens prone to suicide, and learn what you can do to prevent it.
Syphilis
Understand how this infectious disease spreads, what you can do to prevent it and how it's treated.
Stress symptoms: Effects on your body and behavior
Learn how stress symptoms can affect your health so that you can take action.
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