Children should be reminded to play with fidget spinners using only their hands, as some toys have been known to fall apart.
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THE KID’S DOCTOR: How to care for a child who’s vomiting frequently
Make sure your child consumes clear liquids after vomiting to stay hydrated.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: How harmful is marijuana to teens?
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: Is it time for a babysitter?

Separation is an important milestone, as your child learns that while you may leave for an hour or two, you always return.
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By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
Do you ever leave your child with a babysitter or caregiver? Weird question, right? But some parents never want to leave their child with someone else, and I am not sure that is healthy for either parent or child.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: Why babies needs to sleep on their back

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Faster way of detecting bacteria could save your life
EAST LANSING, MI — A Michigan State University researcher has developed a faster way to detect the bacteria causing patients to become sick, giving physicians a better chance at saving their lives.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: Can homemade products cure hand-foot-and-mouth disease?

THE KID’S DOCTOR: Can you use homeopathic products to relieve your child’s illness?
There are several ways to treat a sick child, but homeopathic medicine isn't one of them.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: Change bad habits, benefit the entire family
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
THE KID’S DOCTOR: Detailed history can help determine penicillin allergy
It is important to give a good description of your child's medical history to determine allergies to medications.