Your Child team

The Your Child team is led by Sara Laule, M.D., and is comprised of University of Michigan Health residents, fellows and faculty who specialize in pediatric medicine.
Temper Tantrums
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Temper Tantrums

A temper tantrum is an emotional outburst from a young child who is distressed or frustrated. They are a normal part of growing up and tend to happen most between the ages of 1 and 3...
 Divorce
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Divorce

Many parents who divorce believe the separation damages their child permanently. But, recent research indicates that your child’s adjustment following parental divorce is dependent on the situation existing after the divorce...
 Sore-Throat
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Sore Throat (Pharyngitis)

Sore throat pain can range from slightly scratchy to so severe that even swallowing saliva hurts...
 PFAS Contamination
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PFAS Contamination

PFAS is an acronym that refers to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are man-made chemicals that are widely used for their properties, such as being resistant to heat, water, and oil. Chances are, you’ve been exposed to some form of PFAS in your life...
 Grief
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Grief

Children of all ages grieve, but grief can look very different in different ages and at different times. Every child’s response is unique and influenced by his or her temperament, relationship with the deceased loved one, and how that person died...
 Acne your child
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How to deal with kid's acne

Acne is a skin disorder that can occur at any age but is common in teenagers during puberty. It is caused by the blockage of pores (or hair follicles) in the skin and mostly occurs on the face, chest, and back...
 Preschool Your Child
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Is your child ready for kindergarten?

Choosing a starting point for your child’s formal education is hard with so many choices available. Here's some guidance for parents.
 Puberty Your Child
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Puberty

Puberty is the time in a person’s life in which they become sexually mature from a physical perspective. It is a process that usually happens between ages 10 and 14 for girls, and ages 12 and 16 for boys...
 Vomiting and Diarrhea
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Vomiting and diarrhea in kids: symptoms, treatment and concerns

Vomiting and diarrhea are common in children, and parents should be aware of at home solutions for mild symptoms.
 Breastfeeding Benefits Your Child
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What are the benefits of breastfeeding?

Breast milk is uniquely made to meet your baby’s nutritional needs. When your baby is first born, he or she is in the process of developing an immune system to help fight diseases..
 Your Child Nightmares
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Nightmares and Night Terrors

Nightmares and night terrors are sleep disorders that fall under the medical term parasomnias, which occur at transitions between REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, non-REM sleep, and wakefulness...
 Your Child Ticks
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Ticks

Ticks are tiny, creepy, crawly bugs that need to feed on blood to survive. They can feed on mammals like humans, dogs, and deer, as well as birds, reptiles and amphibians...
 Your child anxiety
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When does fear become anxiety in children and teens?

Having fears and worries is a normal part of childhood development. A general guideline is that normal anxiety is short lived and does not interfere with your child’s daily function or ability to perform tasks he or she desires...
 Redshirt
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Kindergarten Redshirting

Parents may be unsure whether to “redshirt” or hold back their 5-year-old from starting kindergarten. Research shows little benefit... 
 Constipation
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Constipation

Constipation happens when children have infrequent bowel movements or bowel movements that are hard, dry, or difficult and/or painful to pass...
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