A cast, a big hard bandage, is used to protect and immobilize a broken or injured bone. The cast wraps around the broken area and needs to be removed by a doctor when the bone is healed. Depending on the age of the child and type of break or healing
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Comforting Children During Shots
We all know that getting shots can be tough, on you and your child, but the benefits of vaccines are worth the efforts. Shots provide babies and young children with safe, proven protection against serious diseases. This can be hard to explain to
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Car Seat Safety
Using a car seat is the best way to protect children when traveling by car. Correctly used child safety seats can reduce the risk of death by as much as 71%! The best car seat is not always the most expensive one either - it’s the one that best fits
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The 2018 Flu – What You Need to Know
Did you know that there have been over 7000 confirmed lab cases of the flu in Maricopa County? Yes, flu season is officially here and it's bad this year so here is some information and steps you can take to prevent, treat, and deal with the flu this
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What is Pertussis?
Pertussis, more commonly known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It typically affects babies younger than 6 months old, who aren’t yet protected by immunizations, and kids
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Fear of the Dark
Fear is a normal part of life for all of us, including our children, and it tends to start when they’re trying something new or something they’ve never experienced before - it’s all about the unknown. Whether your little one is afraid of monsters in
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What is Eczema?
Eczema refers to a range of conditions which involve skin inflammation, the most common of these being atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is characterized by an itchy, red rash usually appearing in the child’s first year of life. It can actually
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Fun Things to do with your Kids in the East Valley Area
Looking for something new and exciting to do with your kids in the East Valley area? From Zoos and Museums to Indoor play spaces and trampoline parks we have you covered!
The Phoenix Zoo
Arizona Science Center
Sea Life Arizona Aquarium
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East Valley Holiday Light Displays 2017
Get in the festive spirit by visiting some of our favorite holiday light displays! Share your favorite displays with others on our Facebook page!
Mesa Christmas
Operating since 2012, this house features more than 30,000 lights, trees and other
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A Parent’s Guide to Concussions
A concussion, a brain injury that causes temporary changes to how the brain works, is typically caused by a blow or jolt to the head. You might think this only happens when someone is knocked out while playing a sport, but they can happen with any
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