Growth Curve
The inexact science of raising kids
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Though complex, new peanut allergy guidelines are based on science
Unlike some past recommendations, new guidelines state that introducing babies to peanut-containing foods early is generally OK, with certain caveats.
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Motherhood might actually improve memory
Having a baby changes all sorts of things, including a mother’s brain.
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Database provides a rare peek at a human embryo’s first weeks
A new 3-D atlas charts the growth of each and every organ in the developing human embryo, from the heart to the gut to the brain.
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What not to do when your kid tells a lie
We teach children that lying is naughty, but it’s actually a sign of good brain development.
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Screen time guidelines for kids give parents the controls
New recommendations for children’s media use are more nuanced than earlier guidelines, a change that reflects the shifting technology landscape.
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Baby-led weaning is safe, if done right
Babies who fed themselves solid foods, called baby-led weaning, were no more likely to choke than spoon-fed babies, a new study finds.
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Don’t cocoon a kid who has a concussion
Parents should fight the urge to limit kids’ activities after a concussion.
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Maybe you don’t need to burp your baby
Everybody does it. But burping babies after a meal may not cut down on crying or spit-ups, a study suggests.
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Doctors need better ways to figure out fevers in newborns
When a very young baby gets a fever, doctors scramble to figure out the cause. A new type of test may ultimately help identify whether the culprit is bacterial or viral.
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Tired parents don’t always follow sleep guidelines for babies
Night videos revealed parents putting their babies to bed in unsafe environments.
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Keep it simple when choosing a sunscreen for your kid
For parents swimming in a sea of sunscreen choices, look for a few key attributes.
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Nail-biting and thumb-sucking may not be all bad
Nail-biters and thumb-suckers may actually be warding off allergies by introducing germs to their mouths, a new study suggests.
