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Tongue and Lip Ties

Babies with tongue and lip ties have difficulty because their lips or tongue are held too tight to their jaws and gums by tissue, making

newborn baby
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Hypospadias

Hypospadias is a congenital penis defect diagnosed in an estimated 1 in 200 babies.  This condition occurs when the urethra forms abnormally, causing the opening

drawing of cloth diaper with pins
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Diaper Rash

Diaper rash is a common problem in babies from birth to about three years old.  It can include everything from slightly reddened, inflamed skin to

cold sore virus
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Cold Sores

The herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) causes cold sores, which look like oozing blisters around the mouth. HSV-1 is not the same strain that causes genital

impetigo rash on face
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Impetigo

Impetigo is an infection of the skin that is caused by strep or staph bacteria. This contagious infection can occur anywhere on the body, though

blepharitis - swollen eyelid
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Swollen Eyelids

Swollen eyelids are common and are due to several causes.  Most are benign conditions and easy to treat at home.  However, some causes of swollen

cartoon drawing of little boy washing his hands
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COVID-19 Prevention

COVID-19 prevention can be as easy as making minor changes to protect yourself and your family.  Boost your immunity and practice preventative actions to avoid

baby with acne on face
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Neonatal Acne

0 – 6 weeks Neonatal acne or baby acne is simply acne that presents at birth, or that arises in the first six weeks of

adult hand in baby's hand
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Home with your Newborn

Now that your newborn is home, life may seem overwhelming. However, caring for your baby will get easier with time and experience. During the first

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Infant Sleep

Babies need a lot of sleep.  Infant sleep occurs during most hours of the day in short segments. As they age, babies and toddlers sleep

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