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Is Acetaminophen Safe for Children?

Is Acetaminophen Safe for Children?

Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) is a commonly used medication for managing pain and fever. Luckily for parents, it works well in children and is generally safe to use! I consider acetaminophen a staple in any family's medicine cabinet. It's always good to have on hand, especially for those

Treating Ear Infections: What Parents Need to Know

Treating Ear Infections: What Parents Need to Know

Ear infections, known in the medical field as acute otitis media (AOM), are among the most common childhood illnesses. Some kiddos are lucky enough to experience only a handful of ear infections, while others are affected so frequently that they're members of the "ear infection of the

How to Administer Eye Drops to Kids and Babies

How to Administer Eye Drops to Kids and Babies

This guide offers tips for effective and stress-free application, cleaning techniques, and managing conditions like conjunctivitis. Make eye care easier for your child with these expert strategies.

Amoxicillin: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

Amoxicillin: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

If you’re a parent, chances are you’ve heard of amoxicillin. It’s used very frequently for a variety of illnesses… At one point last year, I had six different bottles of amoxicillin in my fridge for three different kids who were all sick with various things at the

6 Signs Your Baby May Have an Ear Infection

6 Signs Your Baby May Have an Ear Infection

Ear infections are incredibly common in young children, especially babies and toddlers. In fact, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, five out of six children will have been diagnosed with an ear infection by the time they turn 3! While ear infections are seemingly a right of passage through

All About Strep Throat

All About Strep Throat

If you asked any of my mom friends what the most frustrating common kid illness is, I'd be willing to bet the mortgage that most would say strep throat (with the stomach bug being a very close second). Unfortunately, frequent strep throat infections are a right of passage