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Baby's First Cold & Flu Season
... activity. Now that you know what the typical cold looks like, let's talk about the flu. It usually peaks... symptoms start and for as long as they show them, which can be for up to two weeks. Flu symptoms in older... are some guidelines: A cold comes on slowly over a few days, but the flu hits fast, sometimes within a few...
Must-Know Flu Fighters
...The flu is a respiratory infection of the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs caused by any... of Americans each year during flu season, which typically runs from November through March. Influenza is highly... catch the flu by breathing in virus-carrying droplets that have been sneezed or coughed by an infected...
10 Reasons to Call the Doctor Now
Is your child sick enough for a late-night call to the pediatrician? If you're really worried about your child, it's always better to call -- pediatricians expect to be awakened in the middle of the night. In fact, doctors say that many parents don't recognize some of the most serious medical situations. Here are the top 10 symptoms pediatricians want you to call about right away.
Your Guide to Baby Colds
The average cold can last up to 10 days -- that's a long time of not feeling well for a baby! Here's how to survive and make the little one feel better, too.
6 New Facts About Stomach Flu
... home becomes a breeding ground for germs; and this flu spreads like wildfire through your entire family... about the so-called stomach flu.
Officially called viral gastroenteritis, a stomach virus also causes...
How Bad Is That Cough? 7 Bad Coughs to Worry About
Isn't it amazing how many tissues and bowls of soup your family can go through in one season? Don't assume, though, that your child's cough is simply a cold it might be something more serious. Here's when to worry and what to do.
All-Natural Cold & Cough Remedies
It's miserable to watch your child suffer through the six to 10 colds she's likely to catch this year. And to make matters worse, experts now say that kids under 6 shouldn't use over-the-counter cold and cough medicine because of potentially dangerous side effects. So what's a concerned parent to do? We asked experts to tell us how to help fend off germs in the first place and how to help her feel better fast if she does get sick.
What to Feed Your Sick Child
Though your child may not have much of an appetite when he's sick, try to get him to eat. These comfort foods can help.
Vomiting: A Symptom Guide
Vomiting can signal anything from a 24-hour bug to a food allergy to appendicitis. Here's how to figure out what's making your child's stomach ache -- and how to treat it.
What Parents Need to Know About This Nasty Stomach Flu
...-called stomach flu, it usually makes children sicker than other bugs do. If your child has diarrhea... as it is for other tummy bugs (many of which are grouped under the name norovirus). Remember that "stomach flu..." is not the same as the flu or influenza. Stomach flu affects the gastrointestinal tract, while influenza primarily...
Stay Healthy All Winter
Cold and flu season is coming, but that doesn't mean your family has to get sick. Outsmart germs with our expert-approved prevention strategies and mom-tested treatment tips.
Real Mom: My Baby Has Eczema
Eczema is a common problem among babies. See how first-time mom Melissa changed her family's lifestyle to help alleviate baby Ethan's sever eczema.
How to Clear Baby's Nose
A stuffy nose can mean one cranky baby -- especially since newborns know how to breathe only through their little nostrils at first. Here are some steps to relieve your baby's discomfort, stat.
The Flu Vaccine: Health 101
...The flu vaccine protects against the flu (influenza), which is a very contagious infection... of the respiratory system. Flu germs spread through the air (from coughing, sneezing, etc.) and from contact... with infected objects and surfaces. The flu can make your child feel very achy and tired, causing fever, chills...
Snot Removal 101
This guide to removing the snot from your baby's nose will help you through what can feel like one of the trickiest jobs of parenthood -- in four simple steps.
