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Child Healh Advice

Is your child sick? Find out when to call the doctor and when to treat at home.

My child has… ------------------------------------------ Asthma Swollen Lymph Nodes Fever Rash, Newborn Spider Bite Insect Bites Mouth Ulcers Tick Bite Eye Pus Constipation Finger Toe Injury Stools Blood Splinter Umbilical Cord Problems Cough Bee Stings Sore Throat Immunization Reactions Ear Ache Sinus Pain OTHER TOPICS…

Health & Safety Videos

Our health and safety resources provide a variety of information to keep your child safe and in the best of health.

• Diseases and Conditions
  Looking for information about a chronic childhood condition or disease? Read about asthma, allergies, cancer, diabetes, heart murmurs, sleep disorders and much more.
• First Aid and Safety
  Keeping your child safe is your top priority. Learn how to protect your child inside the house and out, what to do in an emergency, how to stock a first-aid kit, where to call for help and more.
• Infections
  Every child gets sick from time to time. When your child isn't feeling well, you'll want to know how to recognize the symptoms, how to help and when to call the doctor. Find out what you need to know about all the common and not-so-common infections.
• Emotions and Behavior
  Is it just a phase or a serious problem? Help your child cope with life's ups and downs, from dealing with divorce to preparing for new siblings. Or find out how to understand your child's behavior, whether it's toddler tantrums or teenage depression.
• Growth and Development
  What should you expect as your child grows? Learn how to understand and deal with your child's changing body and mind from infancy through the teen years.
• Baby Care
  Take care of yourself and your growing family by getting the advice that all new parents and parents-to-be need.
• Positive Parenting
  All parents need a little advice now and then. Get the lowdown on parenting basics like discipline, homework help and how to talk to your child about tough subjects, like sex, tobacco and alcohol. Plus, find out where you can turn for help and support.
• General Health
  Keeping your child healthy is a big job! Read all about common childhood aches, pains and illnesses, plus how to take care of your child's body from teeth to toes.
• Nutrition and Fitness
  You know the importance of good nutrition and exercise, but how do you feed a picky eater or encourage a child who hates sports to play outside? Learn how to keep your child healthy with the right foods and exercise.
• Recursos en Español
  Encuentre enlaces a información relevante sobre la salud de familias y niños.

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Seattle Children's provides healthcare for the special needs of children regardless of race, sex, creed, ethnicity or disability. Financial assistance for medically necessary services is based on family income and hospital resources and is provided to children under age 21 whose primary residence is Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho.