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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding as the healthiest way to feed newborns and babies. Breastmilk gives babies the nutrients they need to grow healthy and strong. Breastfeeding benefits for moms include speeding up…

Spending time outdoors is a great way to stay active and enjoy sunshine, but it is important to protect yourself and your family from the sun’s harmful rays and insect bites. For tips on staying…

  Hot weather can make everyday activities feel harder than usual. Small changes to your routine can help you stay cool and feel better during hot summer days. Stay Cool on…

Summer in Orange County means sunshine, swimming, and lots of family fun. Whether it’s a day at the beach, a splash in the backyard pool, or a trip to the…

  May is Maternal Mental Health Month and it reminds us to check in on moms. Behind the scenes of day-to-day life, moms carry a lot quietly. It is common to have a hard time during pregnancy,…

Becoming a new parent comes with lots of information and many decisions. From feedings to how your baby grows and changes to doctor visits, it can sometimes feel stressful to sort through it all. Vaccines…

Infancy and childhood are important times for growth and development. Babies and children grow quickly throughout their childhood including changes to their bodies, minds and emotions.  Developmental Milestones  Developmental milestones are skills babies and children learn at different ages as they…

Heart disease (also called cardiovascular disease) is the number 1 killer in the United States, including of women and new moms. It includes conditions that affect the heart or blood vessels, such as: …

Pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant?  Regular health check-ups are important throughout life but even more critical if you are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant. Taking certain actions are…

December is National Safe Toys & Gifts Month.  When you shop for toys or get gifts for kids, watch out for lead – it is dangerous for kids. Lead is…