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Vaccines for Babies with Medical Conditions

Learn about vaccines for infants with medical conditions, special considerations and how they protect against harmful disease.

How to Baby-Proof Your Home

Learn how to baby-proof your home and help create a healthy environment for your family with this guide from the experts at Children’s Colorado.

Healthy Meal Tips for Busy Families

Preparing healthy meals doesn’t have to be hard or time consuming. Learn how to easily prepare nutritious meals for your family every day.

Infant Bathing and Grooming with Medical Complications

How should you bathe and groom babies with complex medical needs, at home or in the NICU? Our experts have some tips.

Breastfeeding in the NICU and When You Go Home

Infants with medical conditions may have trouble breastfeeding or bottle feeding because they don’t yet have the skills, or their condition prevents it. Our experts share what you need to know about feeding your baby while they're in the NICU.

Developmental Milestones for Babies in the NICU

How are development milestones different for babies born early or who have a longer stay in the NICU? Our experts provide some general guidance on what to expect from your NICU baby, when.

How to Prepare for a Long Stay in the NICU

For many families, being admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit wasn't part of the plan. Regardless, there are several logistical and emotional steps you can take to improve your time in the NICU. Get our tips.

Baby Poop Guide

Learn more about what the color, consistency and frequency of your baby’s poop says about their health.

Snack Attack: Healthy Snacking for Kids

Healthy snacks can be good for kids when given at the right time and in the right amount. Learn more about the dos and don’ts of eating between meals.

All About Child Food Allergies

Learn more about how to introduce new foods to babies and the best ways to recognize allergic reactions.

The Difference Between Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke

Learn about the difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke from our specialists. Read on and find out more about heat-related illness in children.

The Hidden Danger of Humidifiers

Dry air can lead to sore throats, chafed nasal passages and dry skin, especially for little ones. "It's common in Colorado to use humidifiers," says Robin Deterding, MD, medical director of our Breathing Institute. "But people should use them cautiously."

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