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Navigating the teething process can be a challenging. Pediatrician Dr. Aubrey Bonhivert brings solutions to your common questions, making those teething troubles a bit easier. Here's what to know. Teething Symptoms, Teething Fever, Sick Baby Remedies, Teething Remedies, Baby Teething Symptoms
Teething Or Sick: How To Tell In Your Baby
Navigating the teething process can be a challenging. Pediatrician Dr. Aubrey Bonhivert brings solutions to your common questions, making those teething troubles a bit easier. Here's what to know.
Bacteria often are the cause of ear infections, and the best way to prevent ear infections is to reduce the spread of bacteria and other risk factors.

Read on for ways to take action and lessen your risk of recurring ear infections in your child. China, Wuhan, Colon Cancer Symptoms, Colon Cancer, Symptoms, Endometriosis, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Frequent Urination, Asthma
What Causes Ear Infections?
Bacteria often are the cause of ear infections, and the best way to prevent ear infections is to reduce the spread of bacteria and other risk factors. Read on for ways to take action and lessen your risk of recurring ear infections in your child.
Installing a car seat correctly can be complicated. But, it’s not worth taking chances – especially if you have a preemie. Lean on experts and available resources from Franciscan Health to help ensure you have your preemie’s car seat installed correctly. Car Seats, Parents, Child Passenger Safety, Baby Needs, Kids Safe, Child Safety, Preemie, Parenting, Best Car Seats
Car Seat Safety For Preemies
Installing a car seat correctly can be complicated. But, it’s not worth taking chances – especially if you have a preemie. Lean on experts and available resources from Franciscan Health to help ensure you have your preemie’s car seat installed correctly.
Elbow and shoulder injuries in baseball can be acute or sudden in onset, however more frequently these injuries are chronic and occur over time. Although no injury is 100% preventable; proper preparation, practice and communication with your coach and athletic trainer can reduce the risk of injury. Athletics, Baseball, Baseball Injuries, Soccer Injuries, Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine, Professional Baseball, Shoulder Injuries, Pediatrics
Preventing Youth Baseball Injuries
Elbow and shoulder injuries in baseball can be acute or sudden in onset, however more frequently these injuries are chronic and occur over time. Although no injury is 100% preventable; proper preparation, practice and communication with your coach and athletic trainer can reduce the risk of injury.
When a star point guard was sidelined due to an acute Achilles tendonitis injury, specialized training and Franciscan Health Sports Medicine brought her back to play. High School, Ideas, Play, Training Programs, Sports Training, Sport Performance, Athletic Training, Athletic Trainer
Specialized Sports Training Helps Athletes
When a star point guard was sidelined due to an acute Achilles tendonitis injury, specialized training and Franciscan Health Sports Medicine brought her back to play.
Certified athletic trainers develop and maintain plans to help keep students, equipment and facilities as safe as possible in all situations. See why it's esssential to have athletic trainers at schools and how Franciscan’s return-to-play programs help young athletes get the best foot forward. Sports, High School Sports, School Sports, Student Athlete, Certified Athletic Trainer
Making High School Sports Safer Role Of Athletic Trainers
Certified athletic trainers develop and maintain plans to help keep students, equipment and facilities as safe as possible in all situations. See why it's esssential to have athletic trainers at schools and how Franciscan’s return-to-play programs help young athletes get the best foot forward.
Helping children with learning disabilities starts with early recognition and support. Identifying the signs and seeking help can make a significant difference in their progress. Here's how parents can help with early learning challenges in kids. Primary School Education, Learning Disabilities, Learning Difficulties, Early Learning, Math Skills, Developing Healthy Habits, Learning The Alphabet, Elementary Schools
How To Recognize Early Learning Challenges In Kids
Helping children with learning disabilities starts with early recognition and support. Identifying the signs and seeking help can make a significant difference in their progress. Here's how parents can help with early learning challenges in kids.
Eating a nutritious breakfast is vital for your child's success, whether they're e-learning or attending a traditional school. Don't let them start their day at a disadvantage. Learn why your child's breakfast matters and which options are best. Health, Health Care, School Breakfast, Kids Health, School Days, Healthy Kids, Breakfast For Kids, School Success
Fuel For School: Breakfast
Eating a nutritious breakfast is vital for your child's success, whether they're e-learning or attending a traditional school. Don't let them start their day at a disadvantage. Learn why your child's breakfast matters and which options are best.
Did you know that shoulder and elbow injuries in youth baseball are on the rise? Pain during play is a common experience for many young athletes. Although no injury is 100% preventable; proper preparation, practice and communication with your coach and athletic trainer can reduce the risk of injury. Here's what to know. Youth Baseball
Preventing Youth Baseball Injuries
Did you know that shoulder and elbow injuries in youth baseball are on the rise? Pain during play is a common experience for many young athletes. Although no injury is 100% preventable; proper preparation, practice and communication with your coach and athletic trainer can reduce the risk of injury. Here's what to know.
People who have experienced a concussion may have higher risks of mental and neurological disorders. A recent study of over 186,000 Canadians revealed a 40% to 70% increased risk for conditions like ADHD, depression, Parkinson's, and dementia over a 25-year period. See the study. Mental Health, Adhd, People, Neurological Disorders, Symptoms Of Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury, Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety Disorder
Concussion Ups Odds For Many Brain Conditions
People who have experienced a concussion may have higher risks of mental and neurological disorders. A recent study of over 186,000 Canadians revealed a 40% to 70% increased risk for conditions like ADHD, depression, Parkinson's, and dementia over a 25-year period. See the study.
A warm-up routine can make a world of difference in keeping soccer players injury-free. Dr. Sean Calloway emphasizes the importance of proper preparation for peak performance. FIFA's '11+' program is a game-changer in injury prevention. Learn more. Videos, Sports Injury, Sports Safety, Concussions, Youth Sports, Youth Soccer
Preventing Soccer Injuries
A warm-up routine can make a world of difference in keeping soccer players injury-free. Dr. Sean Calloway emphasizes the importance of proper preparation for peak performance. FIFA's '11+' program is a game-changer in injury prevention. Learn more.
The rising concern over measles outbreaks emphasizes the importance of measles vaccination for children worldwide. Stay informed to protect your loved ones. Humour, Winter, Infection Prevention, Infection Control, Measles Outbreak, Weak Immune System, Infectious Disease, Severe Headache
Measles Cases On The Rise: Parents Know These Symptoms
The rising concern over measles outbreaks emphasizes the importance of measles vaccination for children worldwide. Stay informed to protect your loved ones.
"Good night's rest = Consistent bedtime routine at an early age. See study results on child sleep habits!" #ParentingTips #BedtimeRoutine #QualitySleep Parenting Hacks, What Is Sleep Apnea, Bedtime Routine, Sleep Problems, Improve Sleep, Toddler Sleep, Sleep Studies
Good Sleep For Toddlers
"Good night's rest = Consistent bedtime routine at an early age. See study results on child sleep habits!" #ParentingTips #BedtimeRoutine #QualitySleep
Croup can be a scary thing for new parents to watch their babies struggle with. This is common respiratory illness is characterized by a narrowing of the main airway just below the vocal cords and comes with symptoms such as fevers or congestion. Here's a primer on what croup is and how to best treat it. Pediatrician, Common Cold, Treatment
What Is Croup? Symptoms & Treatment
Croup can be a scary thing for new parents to watch their babies struggle with. This is common respiratory illness is characterized by a narrowing of the main airway just below the vocal cords and comes with symptoms such as fevers or congestion. Here's a primer on what croup is and how to best treat it.
Are hand sanitizers a good substitute for soap and water? Find out why relying on them may not be the best strategy. Health Tips, Hand Sanitizer, Detox Your Body, Sanitizer, Lathering, How To Find Out, Personal Care, Health Facts
Why Hand Sanitizer Isn't As Good As Soap
Are hand sanitizers a good substitute for soap and water? Find out why relying on them may not be the best strategy.
Manage a sore throat with these tips from primary care doctor Abhigyan Banka, MD, with Franciscan Physician Network Beech Grove Family Medicine. Learn how to care for sore throats at home and when it's time to see a doctor. Sore Throat And Cough, Sore Throat Remedies, Dry Cough Remedies, Home Remedy For Cough, Cough Remedies, Natural Cough Remedies, Throat Remedies, Fungal Infection
Home Remedies For A Sore Throat
Manage a sore throat with these tips from primary care doctor Abhigyan Banka, MD, with Franciscan Physician Network Beech Grove Family Medicine. Learn how to care for sore throats at home and when it's time to see a doctor.
Eating a nutritious breakfast is vital for your child's success, whether they're e-learning or attending a traditional school. Don't let them start their day at a disadvantage. Learn why your child's breakfast matters and which options are best.
Fuel For School: Breakfast
Eating a nutritious breakfast is vital for your child's success, whether they're e-learning or attending a traditional school. Don't let them start their day at a disadvantage. Learn why your child's breakfast matters and which options are best.
Manage a sore throat with these tips from primary care doctor Abhigyan Banka, MD, with Franciscan Physician Network Beech Grove Family Medicine. Learn how to care for sore throats at home and when it's time to see a doctor.
Home Remedies For A Sore Throat
Manage a sore throat with these tips from primary care doctor Abhigyan Banka, MD, with Franciscan Physician Network Beech Grove Family Medicine. Learn how to care for sore throats at home and when it's time to see a doctor.
Learn how Reach Out and Read is making a profound impact on childhood literacy in Franciscan’s service area! #EarlyLiteracy #ChildhoodDevelopment Literacy, Early Literacy, Childhood Development, Kindergarten Readiness, Early Reading, Reading Program
Foundation Supports Promising Childhood Literacy Efforts
Learn how Reach Out and Read is making a profound impact on childhood literacy in Franciscan’s service area! #EarlyLiteracy #ChildhoodDevelopment
It might seem like an unlikely connection at first, but a new study finds that infants and toddlers suffer sleep issues and maybe other problems when their parents can't afford diapers. See the study on diaper needs impacting sleep among children. Baby, Children, Kids, Baby Health, Infant, Newborn, Mother And Baby, Popular Baby Names, Grown Children
Kids' Sleep Suffers When Parents Can't Afford Diapers
It might seem like an unlikely connection at first, but a new study finds that infants and toddlers suffer sleep issues and maybe other problems when their parents can't afford diapers. See the study on diaper needs impacting sleep among children.
What does it mean for your care when your doctor's office has you schedule with an advanced practice provider? See how advanced practice providers keep patients receiving timely and quality care. Quality Care, Healthcare System, Provider, Primary Care, Doctor Office
Quality Care With Advanced Practice Providers
What does it mean for your care when your doctor's office has you schedule with an advanced practice provider? See how advanced practice providers keep patients receiving timely and quality care.
Installing a car seat properly can be complicated. But, it’s not worth taking chances – especially if you have a preemie. Lean on experts and available resources from Franciscan Health to help ensure you have your preemie’s car seat installed correctly.
Car Seat Safety For Preemies
Installing a car seat properly can be complicated. But, it’s not worth taking chances – especially if you have a preemie. Lean on experts and available resources from Franciscan Health to help ensure you have your preemie’s car seat installed correctly.
Up to 8% of illnesses in high school sports may be caused by skin infections. Understanding the more common skin infections that can occur in student-athletes will help you better manage your child’s health during the school year. Learn about these common skin infections, how to prevent the spread and when to get help. Bobs, Prevention, Health And Wellness, Infections
Skin Infections And The Student Athlete
Up to 8% of illnesses in high school sports may be caused by skin infections. Understanding the more common skin infections that can occur in student-athletes will help you better manage your child’s health during the school year. Learn about these common skin infections, how to prevent the spread and when to get help.
The contagious nature of strep throat is a reminder of the importance of taking preventive measures. Discover more about strep throat complications and when it's crucial to seek medical attention. Nature, Symptoms Of Strep, Throat Infection, Strep Throat Symptoms, Sore Throat, Strep Throat
Is Strep Throat Contagious? What Parents Should Know
The contagious nature of strep throat is a reminder of the importance of taking preventive measures. Discover more about strep throat complications and when it's crucial to seek medical attention.
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Children & Antibiotics - Franciscan Health Podcast
Are hand sanitizers a good substitute for soap and water? Find out why relying on them may not be the best strategy.
Why Hand Sanitizer Isn't As Good As Soap
Are hand sanitizers a good substitute for soap and water? Find out why relying on them may not be the best strategy.
Babies may not be able to talk early in life, but they still have a sensory system that develops as they age to adjust to the world. Still, some children can experience sensory interruptions, such as discomfort with lying on their tummy in the daytime, which can disrupt the progression from crawling to walking. Learn about developmental red flags and how intervention can help. Foundation, Developmental Milestones, Baby Development, Sensory Integration, Sensory Development, Newborn Activities, Sensory System, Sensory Issues, Sensory Motor
Sensory and Motor Development in Babies
Babies may not be able to talk early in life, but they still have a sensory system that develops as they age to adjust to the world. Still, some children can experience sensory interruptions, such as discomfort with lying on their tummy in the daytime, which can disrupt the progression from crawling to walking. Learn about developmental red flags and how intervention can help.
Studies show excessive screen time can cause mental health concerns in kids and teens. By implementing some tips into their daily lives, parents can keep kids' mental health in check while improving their social and extracurricular activity. Here's how. Kids Mental Health, Mental Health Screening, Mental Health Matters, Stress Management, Sleep Disorders, Emergency Department
Fix Your Child’s Screen Time
Studies show excessive screen time can cause mental health concerns in kids and teens. By implementing some tips into their daily lives, parents can keep kids' mental health in check while improving their social and extracurricular activity. Here's how.
Croup can be a scary thing for new parents to watch their babies struggle with. This is common respiratory illness is characterized by a narrowing of the main airway just below the vocal cords and comes with symptoms such as fevers or congestion. Here's a primer on what croup is and how to best treat it.
What Is Croup? Symptoms & Treatment
Croup can be a scary thing for new parents to watch their babies struggle with. This is common respiratory illness is characterized by a narrowing of the main airway just below the vocal cords and comes with symptoms such as fevers or congestion. Here's a primer on what croup is and how to best treat it.
What Is Croup? Symptoms & Treatment
What Is Croup? Symptoms & Treatment