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Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common childhood illness that most families encounter at some point. While the name can sound alarming, it is usually mild and resolves on its own. Understanding how hand, foot, and mouth disease is spread, recognizing symptoms early, and knowing how to care for your child can help ease worry and prevent further transmission.

Read on to learn about the basics of hand foot and mouth disease symptoms, how contagious it is, and what parents can do to support recovery.

Signs of Asthma in Babies: Is It a Normal Cough or Something More?

Coughing, wheezing, and fussiness are always troubling symptoms to witness in your children. And while these symptoms can sometimes indicate a run-of-the-mill respiratory infection, chronic difficulty breathing can point to a more serious condition: asthma.

Contrary to what you might think, it is possible for a doctor to diagnose asthma in babies. But the good news is that early diagnosis and treatment of this condition can make it easier to live with the symptoms.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the signs of asthma in babies, common triggers to avoid, and how you can treat it.

A kid’s cough can be one of the most stressful symptoms for parents. It can sound harsh, linger longer than expected, and often show up at night to disrupt everyone’s sleep. While coughing is usually the body’s natural way of clearing irritation from the airways, it is still one of the most common reasons parents worry and seek guidance from their pediatrician.

Understanding what type of cough your child has, what may be causing it, how to treat it safely at home, and when it may signal something more serious can help you feel more confident and prepared.

Being a parent is difficult enough, but throwing in a myriad of childhood illnesses can be overwhelming. This is especially true when it’s the wee hours of the morning and your child is exhibiting some worrying symptoms.

Croup is often one of those illnesses that catches a parent’s attention because the cough sounds horrible. Fret not! At Kid Care Pediatrics, our goal is to walk beside you and give you the tools you need to keep your child safe and happy.

If you find yourself thinking “How long does croup last?”, read on for more information about the ins and outs of croup, what it is, how long it typically lasts, and what you can do about it.

Myths and misinformation abound when it comes to health.

In this article, we answer your top cold and flu myths, including “How do you catch a cold?”

It’s one of the moments that parents dread: “Mommy, Daddy…I don’t feel good.” Your kid is sick, complete with the sore throat, fever, cough, and other symptoms that often come along with it. You’ve ruled out asthma. What’s next?

Whether you’re a new parent or a veteran, nobody likes when their kid is sick. Colds and flu are a (miserable) part of life, but they aren’t the only things that “go viral.” Rumors and old wives’ tales still circulate around these illnesses. Your best friend said turmeric does the trick. Grandma swears by her mama’s chicken soup recipe.

Luckily, we have the lowdown on what is true and what isn’t. Whether it’s “how to catch a cold?” or “should I get an antibiotic?” allow us to bust the top 10 cold and flu myths.