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Maternal Trichomoniasis Risk in Pregnancy: Is It Linked to Developmental Disabilities?

Trichomoniasis, a common yet often overlooked sexually transmitted infection (STI), poses serious health concerns during pregnancy. While typically associated with

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When to Call 911 When You Suspect Pediatric Angina

Pediatric angina—although rare—can signal a potentially serious cardiac issue in children. Unlike adults, where angina typically results from blocked coronary

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Understand Liver Cancer Diagnosis in Special Needs Children

Explaining a liver cancer diagnosis to a child is never easy, but when the child has Autism or Down syndrome,

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💡 Actionable Sensory Strategies for Meltdowns in Undiagnosed Children: The Parent’s Survival Guide to Diagnostic Limbo

Part 1: The Urgent Need: Navigating the “Diagnostic Limbo” 🧭 1.1. Introduction: The Parent’s Unspoken Pain The wait for a

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How To Get a 504 Plan for Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): A Step-by-Step Parent Guide

Parents of children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) often face confusion when schools say SPD isn’t covered under the Individuals

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Sensory-Friendly Solutions to Prevent Gingivitis for Children with Autism

Dental health challenges often go unnoticed in children with autism because of unique sensory sensitivities, communication barriers, and difficulties with

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The Essential Guide to the Hepatitis A Vaccine for Children with Special Needs

Every parent wants to give their child the healthiest start possible, and vaccines play a key role in making that

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🚨 Maternal Trichomoniasis Risk in Pregnancy: Is It Linked to Developmental Disabilities?

Pregnancy is a time of excitement and hope — but it’s also when infections can pose unexpected challenges to both

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Emergency Protocol: When to Call 911 for Suspected Pediatric Angina

When a child suddenly complains of chest pain, tightness, or trouble breathing, panic can set in fast. While chest pain

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How to Explain a Liver Cancer Diagnosis to Special Needs Children (Autism/Down Syndrome Focus)

Caring for a child with special needs is an act of immense love and patience. But when life throws a

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