by Jeffery Bennett, MD, MBOE | Sep 9, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
As kids get ready to go back to school, parents and guardians in Hamilton County need to make sure their children have gotten all the shots they need to follow the state’s rules and school policies. Shots, or vaccines, are a powerful way to stop and control...
by Dr. Andrea Goins, DO, FAAP, Vice Chief of Staff Children's Hospital at Erlanger | Sep 7, 2023 | Child & Family Health, Erlanger News, Stay Well
Sudden infant death syndrome — often known as “SIDS” — is a term to describe the sudden, unexplained death of an infant up to 12 months old. Although no one knows the cause of SIDS, you and others who care for your baby can reduce the risk of sudden death and ensure...
by Dr. Andrea Goins, DO, FAAP, Vice Chief of Staff Children's Hospital at Erlanger | Aug 28, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
As a parent, ensuring your baby’s safety is paramount. One important aspect of your baby’s safety is their sleeping environment. It is important to note that how you put your baby down to sleep can pose a risk to their safety. While nursing pillows provide comfort and...
by Erlanger Health System | Aug 8, 2023 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Welcome back, students! Hamilton County Schools will ring in the new school year on Wednesday, August 10 – with classes already in session in some of our neighboring counties. Are you and your family ready to stay safe this school year? Here are some tips to help you...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 1, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Behavioral Health, Child & Family Health, Stay Well
It’s often said that prevention is the best medicine. That’s definitely true — preventive health services can help keep you healthy and uncover health issues before they become severe. But what if you have difficulty accessing those services? That’s where community...
by Paula Connor, BSN, IBCLC, Lactation Team Lead | Jul 25, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Women's Health
Breastfeeding is every mother’s gift to her baby. It is a special bond that only a mother and her child share. This is why the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that mothers exclusively breastfeed their babies for the first six months of their life and...
