The Internet is a powerful modern convenience, and busy parents often turn to the Web for parenting and medical advice to supplement their communication with health care providers. Simply “Googling” a question is not safe, however– not all websites are reliable sources of proven information.
Happily, the American Academy of Pediatrics (the AAP) recently launched a new website dedicated to the needs of parents and caregivers– HealthyChildren.org. Features include expert information on hundreds of health care topics, search capabilities, Ask a Pediatrician discussion boards and more. The AAP is comprised of 60,000 members with a mission to optimize the physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. (Remember that no website can replace the medical care and advice of your pediatric health care provider– always address specific questions about your children’s health with your pediatrician.) Busy parents of multiples can simplify the search for accurate advice by bookmarking HealthyChildren.org.
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