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Keto Diet for Kids with Epilepsy: The Benefits and Risks

Touted by neurologists and celebrities, the ketogenic diet has many benefits, including seizure reduction for kids with epilepsy — but it can also be dangerous. Learn more about keto and its benefits and drawbacks for kids with epilepsy here.

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How Can You Tell If It's Appendicitis?

A kid's stomach might hurt for many reasons, and most of them are not appendicitis. So how do you identify the real thing?

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How to Get Kids to Fall (and Stay) Asleep

Our pediatric sleep specialists answer parents' questions on everything from bedtime routine to nixing nightmares, providing the insights you need so everyone can get a good night's rest.

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Raising a Caring and Empathetic Child: Tips for Families

Discover tips for raising empathetic children who understand others’ feelings, handle conflicts, build friendships and practice kindness in daily life.

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Is My Child a High Achiever or a Perfectionist?

All parents and caregivers want their children to succeed. But when a drive for high achievement turns into a need for perfection, a child’s mental health can be affected. Learn what to look out for.

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What You Need to Know About Elimination Diets for Kids

Learn how elimination diets help identify food intolerances in kids, why dietitian guidance is essential and how to support your child with safe substitutions and balanced nutrition.

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When Is Your Child Ready for a Cellphone?

A child and adolescent psychologist shares their advice for when kids should have cellphones, phone use in schools, family cellphone contracts and more.

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Constipated Kids? How to Get Regular (And Stay That Way)

Learn how to get regular (and stay that way).

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Getting to the Bottom of "Tummy Troubles"

Kids with unexplained stomach distress might finally have answers, thanks to "second brain" pediatric experts who study the neurons in your gut.

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Preventing Summer Weight Gain in Kids

Summer is usually a more carefree time when kids tend to gain weight. Get tips on preventing summer weight gain.