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You’re probably quick to detect a whiff of bad breath, especially when it’s coming from your own mouth. The smell might also be difficult to ignore if it’s coming from someone you’re in close contact with, such as a partner or child.
It’s undoubtedly a common occurrence; bad breath is estimated to affect 1 in 4 people across the globe. It can also be a source of worry and embarrassment. However, if your child is persistently experiencing bad breath – or halitosis – it’s important to investigate what’s causing it.
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Nocturnal enuresis, or bed wetting at night, is a common problem for children. Most of...

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We know the demands on a family’s time are increasing. Major retailers in other industries are reacting to this need by providing more convenient ways for you to check things off your to-do list quicker.
From online ordering to curb-side pick-up, finding ways to meet your family’s needs faster is both appealing and appreciated. So, when possible, why can’t health care offer similar convenience?
It may surprise you, but at times, it can. Through a program known as ...

¡Llego el verano! Para muchos niños, el verano es una temporada muy emocionante llena de actividades divertidas.
Para muchos padres, nuestros horarios de trabajo solo nos permiten estar con nuestros hijos por las tardes. Houston es especialmente caluroso y húmedo durante el verano, y es por eso que familias a veces prefieren las actividades nocturnas.
Para los niños puede ser difícil mantener un horario de dormir o una rutina consistente durante el verano. Durante el año escolar, el horario de clases ayuda a que nuestros niños mantengan su rutina y se duerman y despierten a la misma hora cada día. Los niños disfrutan de la...

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Babysitting is a huge and exciting responsibility. As a pediatrician, I often get asked for advice when a teen is getting ready for his or her first babysitting job. Here is a list of my “babysitting do’s and don’ts.”
Babysitting do’s
- Your first priority is keeping the children in your care safe. It’s important to know the home address and home phone number. Make sure you have a list of emergency numbers as well, including:
- Parent's name, phone number
- Back up adult in the event parents are...