Pediatrics

Expert opinions and insights on methods to ensure your little ones grow up healthy and strong

  • Struggling to make sense of the news around vaccinations and acetaminophen? A Swedish doc is here to help.

    Struggling to make sense of the news around vaccinations and acetaminophen? A Swedish doc is here to help.

    A Providence Swedish pediatric infectious disease physician offers some expert guidance for navigating today’s mixed messages about kids’ health care. Learn more.

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  • What to know about hand, foot and mouth disease and how it spreads

    What to know about hand, foot and mouth disease and how it spreads

    Find answers to common questions about hand, foot and mouth disease, like why it spreads, from a Providence Swedish pediatric infectious disease expert.

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  • Providence Swedish and Sounders FC team up to help kids score big #healthgoals

    Providence Swedish and Sounders FC team up to help kids score big #healthgoals

    At an August health fair in Renton, athletes and caregivers joined forces to help students start the school year strong. Be sure to watch our highlight reel and learn more.

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  • For vaccine and health care guidance, trust the experts

    For vaccine and health care guidance, trust the experts

    A Providence Swedish pediatric infectious disease physician offers insights into the recent controversy around vaccination policy changes coming out of Washington, DC. Learn more.

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  • Bridging the gaps: rethinking how we communicate with boys and men. Watch our video.

    Bridging the gaps: rethinking how we communicate with boys and men. Watch our video.

    Learn how encouraging emotional expression and vulnerability can enhance social skills, foster empathy, and build resilience.

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  • Important questions to ask your GYN, at every stage of life

    Important questions to ask your GYN, at every stage of life

    A Swedish expert offers tips for getting started with GYN care and maintaining optimal reproductive health throughout life. Read more.

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  • Need a hand talking to your teen? Here are some tips for navigating roadblocks (and eye rolls).

    Need a hand talking to your teen? Here are some tips for navigating roadblocks (and eye rolls).

    The adolescent years are a critical growth period for your kids. A Providence Swedish expert offers some best practices for supporting their emotional, cognitive and social development. Learn more.

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  • Your kiddos have unique health needs from 6 to 12. Here's some guidance to help them thrive.

    Your kiddos have unique health needs from 6 to 12. Here's some guidance to help them thrive.

    A Swedish expert on our "Talk With A Doc" podcast offers parenting tips and insights to help you navigate this critical developmental stage. Listen and learn more.

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  • Protect newborns from the serious risks of rubella with an MMR vaccine

    Protect newborns from the serious risks of rubella with an MMR vaccine

    Congenital rubella is a serious threat to the health of unborn babies. Getting the MMR vaccine helps prevent the disease and protect vulnerable infants. Learn more.

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  • Some #parentingtips to help your kids navigate social media safely

    Some #parentingtips to help your kids navigate social media safely

    A Providence Swedish pediatrics expert offers guidance that can help you make sure that your kids like and share with care. Listen to our podcast.

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  • Washington State has reported its first case of measles in 2025. Here's what to know.

    Washington State has reported its first case of measles in 2025. Here's what to know.

    A measles outbreak is a significant threat to unvaccinated children locally and nationally. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your children. Learn more.

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  • New research reveals an increase in sleep-related sudden infant death

    New research reveals an increase in sleep-related sudden infant death

    A Providence Swedish pediatrics expert discusses SUID and offers guidance to keep your baby sleeping safely. Watch the short video to learn more.

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  • Protect your family from RSV, because it isn't just a cold

    Protect your family from RSV, because it isn't just a cold

    A Swedish pediatrics expert offers advice on symptoms and treatment. Watch the short video to learn more.

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  • Is it strep throat or a sore throat?

    Is it strep throat or a sore throat?

    Know the symptoms to know the difference. Watch the short video to learn more from a Providence Swedish pediatrics expert.

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  • At Swedish, a blood test device is easing stress for newborns and their parents

    At Swedish, a blood test device is easing stress for newborns and their parents

    Philanthropy-funded transcutaneous bilimeters spare babies additional pain and anxiety.

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  • Teenage girls and depression

    Teenage girls and depression

    A clinical social worker at Swedish talks about depression in teenage girls and offers tips to help parents and caregivers provide support.

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  • Early surgical intervention gave one young patient a leg up

    Early surgical intervention gave one young patient a leg up

    At 11 years old, Claire Banasky had corrective orthopedic surgery. Today she’s a Division 1 college athlete.

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  • Los casos de tos ferina están alcanzando niveles históricos desde la pandemia

    Los casos de tos ferina están alcanzando niveles históricos desde la pandemia

    La vacunación es la mejor manera de protegerse y proteger a su familia, así que procure que todos los miembros de su familia estén vacunados.

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  • Don't sleep on the importance of a good night's rest for your youngsters

    Don't sleep on the importance of a good night's rest for your youngsters

    Sleep is vital for kids, from tots to teens. Watch this short video to learn more from a Providence Swedish pediatrics expert.

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  • As vaccination rates drop, whooping cough is surging. Here’s what you should know.

    As vaccination rates drop, whooping cough is surging. Here’s what you should know.

    Health officials have reported more than 9,000 cases so far in 2025. Vaccination is the best way to protect your family. A Providence Swedish pediatrician has guidance. Learn more.

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