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Health Motherhood Postpartum Recovery

The Benefits of Newborn Skin-to-Skin Contact

Skin-to-skin contact, often referred to as "kangaroo care," is the practice of placing a newborn…

Dr. Green MomJuly 5, 2024

Several zinc-rich foods, including mushrooms, meats, nuts, and vegetables, lay on a table.

Nutrition Vitamins & Minerals

Benefits of Zinc for Kids (And Grown-Ups)

Strong, healthy kids get plenty of zinc! Zinc supplementation is a hot topic these days…

Dr. Green MomJanuary 5, 2022

Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib)

What Is Haemophilus Influenzae & Hib? Haemophilus influenzae is a type of bacteria that can…

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)

What Is MMR? MMR stands for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. The MMR vaccine is a…

A young girl lays in bed with a thermometer in her mouth.

Pneumococcal Disease

What Is Pneumococcal Disease? Pneumococcal disease is a condition caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae.…

A mother feels the forehead of her feverish child.

Rotavirus

What is Rotavirus? Rotavirus is a virus that primarily affects the digestive system, leading to…

Childhood High Cholesterol

Pediatric high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) is on the rise and a main concern is our…

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