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At what age can I introduce outside food for my child?

My daughter is 3 years old and I have never taken her out to eat before. When is it the best time to introduce her to outside food (like from a restaurant)?
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Can milk cause loose stool in kids?

My child often ends up getting loose stool soon after drinking milk. Why would milk cause this?
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My daughter has suddenly lost her appetite. Could it be a hormonal issue?

My 16 year old daughter has suddenly stopped feeling hungry and is losing her appetite. Could it be a hormonal issue?
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My son needs to have a kidney ultrasound. What should we expect?

My 10 year old son is scheduled to have an ultrasound of his kidneys. What needs to be done in preparation of this test and how can I make it easier for him?
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What causes colic pain in small kids?

My son is 5 years old and still suffers frequent episodes of colic pain. What could be the reason for this?
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My daughter has celiac disease, and is having trouble with the gluten-free diet. What do you recommend?

My daughter has celiac disease and is having issues with adjusting to the gluten-free diet. Do you have any recommendations to make this diet more, I don't know, enjoyable for...
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What can I give my child for acid reflux?

Can you suggest some safe medication to treat my child's issues with acid reflux?
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Why is my daughter passing black stools?

For the past 3 days, my daughter who is 3 years old has been passing black stools. Her diet hasn't changed, so I don't believe that it's that. What else could be causing this?...
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Should children be given probiotics?

I have been seeing a lot of commercials of probiotics and how they are helpful in building a healthy gut. Should I give my children probiotics? My youngest is four and my oldest...
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If my child is lactose intolerant, will he be weak?

My son is 4 years old, and he has just been diagnosed with lactose intolerance. We're worried though that this will make him weak, physically, and have him fall behind the other...
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Is powdered husk safe for kids of 8 years to relieve constipation?

My son is 8 years old and has constipation. He often forgets to drink an adequate amount of water. Should I give him some Psyllium Husk to relieve this constipation?
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How can celiac disease be diagnosed?

My son has a severe allergy along with rashes every time he eats bread made with wheat flour. Could this be an indicative of celiac disease? What are the symptoms of celiac disease,...
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No peristalsis, floppy colon- what can help?

All my life, I moved my bowels ,2-3 times a day. When I was 27 I had my first bout of constipation and have had issues ever since. I am super healthy, work out everyday, drink...
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Is constipation in children normal?

My 9 year old son often struggles going to the bathroom. Thankfully he is vocal about it but I'm not sure this is normal. He goes once a week.
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