Topic: American Academy Of Pediatrics

Family-centered rounds more common, obstacles remain

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Many hospital pediatric wards have moved from conducting traditional "rounds" to a newer, family-oriented form of the practice -- but obstacles still remain, a new study finds. Traditionally, hospital rounds have been "provider-oriented," with doctors, doctors-in-training (residents ...
Teens with own cars have more crashes; parent involvement can cut the risks, research showsParents beware: Giving in to teens' demands for their own cars can have dangerous consequences, new research suggests. Teenagers with their own cars or free use of one ...
How much is too much? Woman's arrest in drunken breast-feeding case touches off debatePolice responding to a domestic disturbance arrived at Stacey Anvarinia's home to find the mother breast-feeding her 6-week-old baby in front of them. And she was drunk, they said. ...

Battle of the Baby Sleep Experts

A bumper crop of new sleep books has joined the old standbys, offering philosophies and techniques to fit every parent's and baby's needs and temperament. The tricky part is finding the perfect fit for you. Here is our guide to 10 baby-sleep ...

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