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Whether you're looking for general information related to child health or for more specific guidance on parenting issues, you've come to the right place. Here, you'll find information regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) many programs and activities, our policies and guidelines, our publications and other child health resources, as well as much, much more. Best of all, you can rest assured that the information comes from the nation's leading child health experts and that we have scientific research supporting our recommendations.

For more information regarding Tylenol dosing for children, click the information tab below.

A few reminders:

• When giving any medicine, always read and follow the label carefully.
• Find right dose on chart.
• If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
• Only use the dosing device provided with the medicine. Do not use any other dosing device.
• Do not give more than directed.
• If needed, repeat dose every 4-6 hours. But, do not use more than 4 times a day.
• Shake well before using.
• mL = milliliter
• Tylenol is safe to give to children under 6 months of age. Please consult with your health care provider first.  
• Do not exceed more than five doses in 24 hours

For more information regarding Mortin dosing for children, click the more information tab below

A few reminders:

• When giving any medicine, always read and follow the label carefully.
• Find right dose on chart.
• If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
• Only use the dosing device provided with the medicine. Do not use any other dosing device.
• Do not give more than directed.
• If needed, repeat dose every 6-8 hours. But, do not use more than 4 times a day.
• Shake well before using.
• Mortin should not be given to children under 6 months of age.
• mL = milliliter
• Each 5 mL contains: sodium 2 mg

One of the most important jobs you have as a parent is keeping your child safe when your child is riding in a vehicle. Each year, thousands of young children are killed or injured in car crashes. Proper use of car safety seats helps keep children safe. But, because so many different seats are on the market, many parents find this overwhelming. If you are expectant parents, give yourselves enough time to learn how to properly install the car safety seat in your car, before your baby is born, to ensure a safe ride home from the hospital.

​The type of seat your child needs depends on several things, including your child’s age, size, and developmental needs. Read on for more information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) about choosing the most appropriate car safety seat for your child.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding as the sole source of nutrition for your baby for about 6 months and can be continued for as long as both mother and baby desire it. The following articles help explain how breastfeeding not only provides excellent nutrition, but also sets baby up for healthy growth and development. 

The following 2020 schedules indicate the recommended ages for routine administration of currently licensed vaccines for children and adolescents. Any dose not administered at the recommended age should be administered at a subsequent visit when indicated and feasible.

The Recommended Immunization Schedules for Children and Adolescents Aged 18 Years or Younger, United States, 2020, are available to view online or to download from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

​Physical developmental delays are when children aren’t doing activities (like rolling over, sitting without support, or walking) that other children their age are doing. Developmental delays can be a sign of a serious health condition, so it’s important to talk with your child’s pediatrician about them.

Remember, all children develop in different ways.  This tool is to only service as guide. 

MyPlate is a reminder to find your healthy eating style and build it throughout your lifetime. Everything you eat and drink matters. The right mix can help you be healthier now and in the future. This means:

• Focus on variety, amount, and nutrition.
• Choose foods and beverages with less saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars.
• Start with small changes to build healthier eating styles.
• Support healthy eating for everyone.

Asthma is a health problem that makes it hard to breathe. This happens because airways in the lungs swell up, fill with mucus, and get smaller. Some people say having asthma feels like breathing through a straw.

If you have asthma, you're not alone. Lots of kids have it — and lots take medicine to help them breathe better. With the right medicine and care plan, asthma won't slow you down.

No one really knows why kids get asthma. Asthma tends to run in families, though. That means if a kid has asthma, he or she might have a parent, sibling, or other relative who has asthma or had it as a kid.

You take thousands of breaths every day. Normally, when you breathe in, air enters your nose or mouth and then goes to the windpipe, also called the trachea (say: TRAY-kee-uh). From there, the air travels into the lungs through breathing tubes. The whole process goes in reverse when you exhale.

reference: www.kidshealth.com

Answers to your questions about sexual development and sexual activity.