Pediatrics

As they grow and learn, children face many health-related issues—from the complex to the everyday. Discover articles, videos, guides, and infographics on pediatric health topics. From sleep training to skin care and everything in between, learn about keeping them safe, healthy, and happy as they mature and change.

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How Can I Help My Child Maintain a Healthy Weight?

July 17, 2014

Playing a proactive role in your child's lifestyle choices can help him or her maintain a healthy weight. Learn how you can prevent childhood obesity.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Pediatrics

Tagged with: BMI, body mass index, childhood obesity, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, healthy weight, overweight, prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, Weight Management and Wellness Center
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Common Injuries in Baseball

July 1, 2014

Learn more about common injuries that occur among baseball and softball players, the cause of these injuries and how to prevent sports injuries.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: ankle sprain, baseball, Brian Hagan, elbow injuries, injuries, rotator cuff, shoulder injuries, tennis elbow, UPMC Sports Medicine
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What Can I Do About My Kid’s Bedwetting?

June 24, 2014

Learn more about the different types of child bedwetting, how you can help your child through it, and what to do if these problems don't improve.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Pediatrics

Tagged with: bedwetting, bedwetting alarm, prevention
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10 Tips for Summer Water Safety

May 20, 2014

Use these tips to practice proper summer water safety this summer, and remember to "Play It Safe!"Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

Tagged with: CPR, life jackets, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, swimming, water safety, water sports
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Swimming Safety Tips for Parents & Kids

May 19, 2014

Follow these easy swimming safety tips to make sure parents and children alike enjoy the summer months.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

Tagged with: Barbara Gaines MD, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Chris Vitale RN MSN, CPR, drowning prevention, injury prevention, life jackets, pool safety, summer, summer safety, swimming, water safety quiz
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Eye Exams for Children

April 12, 2014

Eye exams are part of a yearly visit with a pediatrician. Learn more about pediatric eye exams, signs of child vision issues, and treatment options.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: Amblyopia, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Optometric Association, lazy eye, strabismus, UPMC Eye Center
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Bicycle Helmet Safety Tips and Facts

March 21, 2014

Research shows that wearing a helmet reduces brain injury by 90% while riding a bicycle. Learn more bicycle safety tips to prevent harmful accidents.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: bicycle helmet safety, bicycle safety, bike accident, bike helmet, brain injury, child safety, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Christine Vitale RN MSN, Helmet Fit Test, injury prevention, Jordan Hinds
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Mistaken Identities – Poison Prevention

March 15, 2014

Many household products can look similar through a child's eyes. Learn more about childhood poison prevention tips and other household health hazards.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Poison Center

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

Tagged with: children, Mr. Yuk, Pittsburgh Poison Center, poison, poison prevention
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Taking on Tourette Syndrome

March 11, 2014

Tourette syndrome is a disorder that affects approximately 1 in 100 people. Learn more about diagnosis, coping tactics, and treatment for Tourette syndromeRead More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

Tagged with: Amy Barnishin, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Movement Disorders Clinic at Children's Hospital, patient story, Seven Barnishin, tics, Tom Barnishin, Tourette syndrome, tourette syndrome symptoms, TS