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Healthy Eating for Underweight Kids

March 1, 2023

What's a healthy weight for kids? These exercise and diet tips for underweight kids will ensure your little one stays healthy and strong.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Pediatrics

Tagged with: child growth and development, childhood, growth chart, healthy eating, underweight
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How to Help When Your Child Is Underweight

November 15, 2016

We all worry about our children as they grow. Help your underweight child learn healthy eating habits with these simple nutritional tips.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: children's health, healthy eating, pediatrics, weight issues
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Simple Ways to Tell if You’re Overweight or Obese

March 31, 2024

Many people use the words "obese" and "overweight" casually and interchangeably. But they're medical terms with very different meanings.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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How Long Does It Take To Get Pregnant?

June 30, 2023

When you decide you're ready for a baby, you'll want to know how long does it take to get pregnant? The answer may surprise you.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: Discovery, magee
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Sleep Issues and Obesity: What’s the Connection?

July 12, 2023

If you have obesity and struggle with sleep issues, you may wonder — are the two related? Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery, Provider
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How Much Weight Should You Gain During Pregnancy?

April 5, 2024

Wondering how much weight you should gain during pregnancy? Learn what your goal is and why it's important.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: Discovery, Provider
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What Is a Bone Density Test?

August 24, 2022

Bones tend to lose density as we age. Lower bone density can make bones more fragile and can lead to osteoporosis. Learn moreRead More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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Pregnancy After 35: How to Boost Fertility

December 9, 2021

Some women who try to get pregnant after 35 may find it's harder conceive naturally. Learn how to boost fertility in your 30s with diet and lifestyle changes.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

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Maternal Fetal Medicine FAQs

June 2, 2022

Maternal fetal medicine (MFM) is a specialty that deals with the counseling and care of women with complicated or high-risk pregnancies.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

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