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Staph skin infection causing a painful red lump in the skin

These are bacterial infections of the skin that usually begin from a scratch or bug bite and progress to a red nodule that fills with pus. Boils are superficial infections with a thin layer of skin over fluid; abscesses are generally larger and deeper with redness and painful swelling over an area filled

The American Academy of Pediatrics and Reach Out and Read have compiled the following list of books— organized by age and topic—to help you raise children who are aware of the world around them, curious, brave, kind, and thoughtful. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to review these titles in

Preterm (premature) birth occurs in about 10% of pregnancies in the United States. For twins, triplets, and other multiple deliveries, that number jumps to almost 60%. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics for parents of preterm babies—what to expect after birth at the hospital.

Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about some of the most common conditions that occur in preterm infants.

Common questions asked about formula and feeding from a bottle.

A small disc-shaped lump felt under the nipple (areola). Indicates the start of puberty

Breast pain and swelling during the week before menstrual periods. Normal in 10% of teens and 50% of adult women.

Breastfeeding questions about your baby

Breastfeeding questions about feeding, milk and supply

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s breast symptoms

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s diet and alcohol use. Main concern is how much gets into breastmilk and could this affect the baby.

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s illness

Breastfeeding questions about mother’s medicines, drugs or smoking. Main concern is how much gets into breastmilk and could this affect the baby.

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Families and cultures have different views about weaning. In the English language, weaning has several different meanings.