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What Happens in the Operating Room? for Kids
Surgeries and operations happen in the operating room, sometimes called the OR. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Health Care Providers: Obstetricians & Gynecologists for Parents
Obstetrics & gynecology is the branch of medicine that treats conditions and problems related to female reproductive health.
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Health Care Providers: Midwives for Parents
A midwife specializes in female reproductive health care needs such as prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, and newborn care for low-risk pregnancies.
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Parenting Multiples for Parents
Parents of twins (or more!) can feel as if they've left the hospital and arrived home on a different planet. Here's how to cope.
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When Your Child's in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for Parents
It can be stressful whenever kids are in the hospital — and even more so when they're admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). A basic understanding of the PICU can help you feel better prepared to help your child recover.
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Going to the Doctor for Kids
When you go to the doctor for a checkup, it's because your parents and your doctor want to see that you're growing just the way you should. Read all about what happens at the doctor's office.
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School-Based Health Centers for Parents
School-based health centers provide a range of services to meet kids' and teens' health care needs. Centers usually are inside a school building or right next door.
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Birthing Centers and Hospital Maternity Services for Parents
Where you choose to give birth is an important decision. Is a hospital or a birth center right for you? Knowing the facts can help you make your decision.
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Breastfeeding FAQs: Spitting Up, Gagging, and Biting for Parents
Here are answers to some common questions about handling spitting up, gagging, and other concerns during breastfeeding.
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Anesthesia - What to Expect for Teens
Here's a quick look at what may happen before, during, and after you get anesthesia.