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Parenting Advice From Your Physicians at Kaiser Permanente

3 Important Treatments Your Baby Receives After Birth

3 Important Treatments Your Baby Receives After Birth

Meeting your baby for the first time—and holding them skin to skin after an uncomplicated delivery—is truly magical. These first moments are not only deeply meaningful, they also begin your baby’s journey of bonding, comfort, and learning how to feed. During this special time, your healthcare team will also quietly begin caring for your newborn. A nurse will gently dry and clean your baby, and a pediatrician will perform a...

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Summer Sun Safety: 10 Tips Every Parent Should Know

Summer Sun Safety: 10 Tips Every Parent Should Know

No matter the shade of your skin, sun exposure is a risk for skin cancer. Most skin cancers are caused by too much ultraviolet (UV) light from years of sun exposure. Prevention of skin cancer starts in childhood. As a pediatrician, I remind families that sun safety isn’t just for pool days or vacations; just like brushing your teeth, it’s part of everyday healthy habits....

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Is Your Child Feeling Anxious?

Is Your Child Feeling Anxious?

My colleagues and I have seen an increase in the number of anxious children coming through our doors in recent years. These kids have faced stress from the effects of COVID-19 on their families, friends, school routines, and social activities. They’ve heard news coverage of traumatic events such as wildfires, elections, and racial injustice. Their anxiety is understandable. Stress and anxiety is rising in kids...

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Is a Midwife Right for Your Pregnancy?

Is a Midwife Right for Your Pregnancy?

Choosing a maternity care provider is a big decision during pregnancy. More families are considering Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) because they offer caring, personalized, and evidence-based support for healthy pregnancies and positive births.  This guide explains what CNMs do, how they help during pregnancy and birth, and why many people choose midwifery care. What does a Certified Nurse Midwife do? A Certified Nurse Midwife is...

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Kids and Concussions: What Parents Should Know

Kids and Concussions: What Parents Should Know

Concussions are one of those injuries that seem invisible: no cast, no stitches, no visible bruising. But beneath the surface, a concussion can disrupt a child’s ability to think, feel and function. With youth sports growing more competitive, and with many kids spending a lot of time on scooters and skateboards, I encourage parents to learn to recognize the signs of concussions so they can...

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