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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Sleep TerrorsCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Sleep terrors are partial wake-ups in which children act terrified. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened.
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Sleeping Well: Tips for Parents of Babies and Young ChildrenCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics to help ensure a good night’s sleep for children—and parents too!
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Sleeping with Parents (Bed-Sharing) - How To End ItCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Your child sleeps with you during all or part of the night. You want to stop sharing your bed with your child
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Sleeping with Parents (Bed-Sharing) - Pros and ConsCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Sharing the bed with your child. Bed-sharing should be avoided during the first year of life. Reason: Safe sleep.
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SleepwalkingCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Sleepwalking is a partial wake-up in which children walk in their sleep. They act confused and can’t be fully awakened, but are usually calm.
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Smoking and E-cigarettes: What Parents Need to Know About the Risks of Tobacco UseCategory: safety_and_prevention
Many people think that the only people harmed by tobacco use are smokers who have smoked for a long time. The fact is that tobacco use can be harmful to everyone. This includes unborn babies and people who don’t smoke.
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Smoking and E-cigarettes: What Parents Need to Know About the Risks of Tobacco UseCategory: safety_and_prevention
Did you know that about 80% of teens in the United States don't smoke? They've made a healthy choice.
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Soccer (Care of the Young Athlete)Category: sports_and_fitness
Soccer (known as football outside the United States) is one of the most popular team sports in the world. Soccer also can be a way to encourage children to be physically active while they learn about teamwork and sportsmanship.
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