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Go-To Tips for Parents

From coughs and colds to broken bones and anxiety, here are some of our top resources to help answer your questions.

Parent Resources

For the big things, the little things and everything in between, we have resources to help you along your parenting journey. And if you still have questions or need peace of mind, our pediatric specialists can be your go-to for whatever illnesses or injuries come your way.

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Pediatric Care, Urgent Care or Emergency Care?

Knowing where to take your child will help her get needed care quickly and might help you avoid a long wait.
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Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?

Do you experience bedtime battles with your little one? Find out if melatonin is safe for your child.
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How to Safely Clean Your Child’s Ears

Make sure you don’t do more harm than good by reading these tips before cleaning your child’s ears.
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How to Avoid Medication Mistakes

The last thing parents should do is make their sick child more sick by giving him the wrong medication—or too much. Here’s what to know.
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The No. 1 Way to Keep Germs Away

Few things are more effective at preventing the spread of germs than good handwashing. Here’s what to know and how to teach your kids to do it right.
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Safe Ways to Comfort Sick Kids

It’s no fun when kids are sick. Here are some helpful home remedies and other tips to get them back on their feet.

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Podcast

Keeping Kids Safe Online

Parenting in a digital age presents new challenges and risks. This episode of our podcast breaks down threats kids face in digital spaces, what parents should watch for, and practical steps to help kids stay safer online.

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Prevention

Strong4Life.com

Children's is here for you even when you don't need care. Our Strong4Life resources offer practical, evidence-based information and tips to help with feeding and nutrition, safety, emotional wellness, and more.

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Patient Handouts and Educational Resources

Downloadable and printable resources to help parents and caregivers navigate care, from conditions and diagnoses to treatment plans.
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Strong4Life Resources

Downloadable and printable resources to help parents and caregivers navigate feeding and nutrition, safety, emotional wellness, and more.

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Hope and Will: A Parenting Podcast

Combining medical smarts with practical experience, our goal is to help make the journey from diapers to diplomas a little less scary—helping you raise healthier, more resilient kids along the way.

Browse All Health Topics

From preventing the flu and managing your child’s asthma to navigating serious illnesses and injuries, we’ve put together resources to help parents be their best.


Medical Services

What Specialties Does Children's Offer

Children's has a proven track record of providing advanced, compassionate care to kids and teens. Our pediatric care experts practice more than 60 different specialties.

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This content is general information and is not specific medical advice. Always consult with a doctor or healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about the health of a child. In case of an urgent concern or emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department right away. Some physicians and affiliated healthcare professionals on the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta team are independent providers and are not our employees.