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Raising a child can be challenging for parents and caregivers at all stages of development. Get parenting advice and tips from our expert pediatricians to help your child grow into a happy and healthy adult.
Can I Be a Living Organ Donor? What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know
Living organ donation offers a powerful way to give someone a second chance at life. For parents and caregivers, the decision comes with unique considerations and our experts break down the facts, risks and possibilities so you can make an informed choice.
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AI and Parenting: How Parents and Children Are Using Artificial Intelligence
Lurie Children’s report explores how parents and children are using artificial intelligence in 2026, including key benefits, usage trends, and top concerns.
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Supporting Siblings of Children with Medical Conditions
The whole family feels the impact of a medical diagnosis. Certified Child Life Specialist Anna Batz shares guidance on how to support the siblings of children facing serious illness and hospitalization.
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GLP-1 Medications for Obesity: A Parent's Guide
Our experts offer a parent's guide to GLP-1 obesity medications for adolescents and teens, which covers FDA-approved options, safety data, side effects, nutrition tips and questions to ask your doctor.
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When to Worry About RSV: A Parent's Guide to Emergency Signs
With RSV cases spiking in Chicago, Lurie Children's infectious disease expert explains the emergency signs parents must know and when to go to the ER or call your pediatrician.
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Understanding Gut Health and Anxiety in Kids
Discover how stress and anxiety affect your child's stomach and get expert tips on helping kids with IBS, tummy troubles and anxiety-related GI issues.
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How to Raise a Heart-Healthy Child: Tips from Pediatric Cardiologists
By encouraging your kids to create healthy heart habits, you help set them up for longer, healthier lives. Our pediatric cardiology experts offer tips on how to improve your child's heart health.
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Hepatitis B Vaccine for Children: A Parent's Guide
Our infectious disease expert answers any questions you may have about hepatitis B and why the childhood vaccination matters to keep you and your family safe and healthy.
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Why Kids Should Not Ride E-Scooters
Are e-scooters safe for your child? Our pediatric expert explains how they pose serious dangers to children and what safety rules every parent must enforce to keep them out of the emergency room.
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Is Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Safe for Kids?
Learn the critical safety rules for giving children Acetaminophen (Tylenol). We cover how to dose by weight, the safety of Tylenol during pregancy and any other questions you may have.
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Returning to School After a Diabetes Diagnosis
Returning a child to school after a diabetes diagnosis is a big transition. Our experts offer tips to make the transition safe, stress-free and successful.
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Helping Young Kids Cope with Social Anxiety
Social anxiety can make some situations feel overwhelming for young kids. Our expert psychologist offers tools and tips for parents to help build their child's cofidence in social situations.
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