Category: Babies

UNC patient Emma with her mom

May 8, 2025

Beyond Mom’s Wildest Dreams: 6-Year-Old with Spina Bifida is Thriving

Kindergartner benefited from fetal surgery shortly after diagnosis.

Babies, Children's Health, Maternal Health, Patient Stories, UNC Children's

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UNC Health Sleep Training

May 2, 2025

6 Questions to Ask About Sleep Training

A UNC Health pediatrician explains how to find what’s right for your family.

Babies, Kids and Mental Health, Pediatric Medicine

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UNC Health PURPLE crying

April 30, 2025

Your Baby’s PURPLE Crying is Difficult But Normal

Here are some strategies to cope during this period

Babies, Children's Health, Family Medicine

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Toddler sits on mom's lap, both looking at a board book together

December 20, 2024

5 Easy Ways to Support Your Baby’s Brain Development

A UNC Health pediatrician shares simple steps for the early years.

Babies, Caregivers, Children's Health

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small child lays in bed, looking worried.

December 18, 2024

Troubleshooting Child Sleep Problems

These tips can help tired kids and their parents get more rest.

Babies, Children's Health, School-Age Children, Sleep, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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smiling baby laying on tummy

May 13, 2024

Ask the Pediatrician: Baby Vaccines

Pediatrician Edward Pickens, MD, talks about why baby vaccines are a must.

Babies, Children's Health, Pediatric Medicine, Vaccines

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toddler girl drinks a glass of milk

February 16, 2024

How to Tell If Your Baby Has A Cow’s Milk Allergy

A UNC Health allergist talks about symptoms, diagnosis and management.

Babies, Food Allergies

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Grandma and aunt hold newborn baby while talking to the new mom

June 2, 2023

Make Sure Your Vaccinations Are Up to Date Before Meeting a Newborn

Simple shots can help you protect a baby from whooping cough, flu and COVID-19.

Babies, Maternal Health, Vaccines

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Mother wearing face masks hold her toddler as a provider gives the toddler a bandage on her arm

May 2, 2023

3 Things Parents Should Know About Bivalent Boosters for Young Chil...

Experts encourage parents to get their children vaccinated as COVID-19 cases continue to rise.

Babies, Coronavirus, Toddlers and Preschoolers, Vaccines

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newborn baby cries while mother tries to offer a bottle

February 6, 2023

Does My Baby Have a Tongue-Tie?

This common condition can be frustrating, but it is treatable.

Babies, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health

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close-up image of baby lying on blanket while parent uses a suction to clear baby's nose

January 9, 2023

6 Pediatrician-Approved Tips for Dealing with Mucus

Mucus is the body’s first line of defense against viruses and bacteria.

Babies, Children's Health, Cold and Flu, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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A photograph of a child using a breathing apparatus.

October 27, 2022

What You Need to Know About RSV

This common yet potentially serious virus can be especially dangerous for infants.

Babies, Lung Health, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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