Babies
Advice for expectant and new parents from experts you can trust
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Read ArticleA birth story
A new mother found the support she needed at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
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Read ArticleQuestions about pregnancy and child development? There’s an app for that.
Download Circle by Providence to your smartphone at no cost and get connected to a comprehensive network of local, Providence-approved resources and tools for mothers and moms-to-be.
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Read ArticleWhat to expect when delivering at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
Kathy Marafino, RN, manager of labor and delivery and the mother-baby unit, answers questions about what to expect when delivering at the hospital.
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Read ArticleSt. Joseph Hospital Receives Baby-Friendly Re-designation
St. Joseph Hospital earned this designation for offering new mothers the information, confidence and skills they need to succeed in breastfeeding and caring for their babies.
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Read ArticleHow thyroid disorders impact women’s health
Learn the ways an over- or underactive thyroid can affect women including menstruation, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum health.
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Read Article5 things hospitals can do to keep women from dying during childbirth
Far too many women in the U.S. die during and after childbirth. Providence St. Joseph Health's Amy Compton-Phillips offers some advice to protect women during childbirth.
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Read ArticleCare for yourself while you care for your new baby
After your baby is born, setting aside some "me" may be the most important thing you can do for both of you.
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Read ArticleWhat is polycystic ovary syndrome?
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) all about? Read on for answers to questions about what causes it, who gets it, how to treat it, and much more.
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Read ArticleBreast is best for mom's heart health?
Research indicates that women who breastfeed may have a healthier cardiovascular system
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Read ArticleBest of To Your Health 2018: Children's health
We've gathered some of our best pediatric insights from the blog to share with you from the past year.
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Read ArticleBest of To Your Health 2018: Women's health
From pregnancy to menopause, here are the women’s health topics that captured our readers' attention this year.
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Read ArticleWhat you need to know about the new AAP car seat safety guidelines
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released revised car seat safety guidelines. Find out what this means for your child.
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Read ArticleDispelling myths about people who receive Medicaid
People who are covered by Medicaid have the same hopes and plans as anybody else, but often have access to fewer resources. When they need health care, Providence St. Joseph Health is there.
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Read ArticleHere’s how to make your child’s earaches less of a pain
There are many reasons why your child’s ear may be hurting, so it’s best to have a doctor examine it to ensure it is treated properly.
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Read ArticleTeething pain? Don’t use benzocaine, try these safer strategies instead
While teething children may display irritability, drooling, and puffy gums, they don’t necessarily need medicine to relieve these symptoms and should never be given benzocaine.
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Read ArticleDon't wait until it's too late to think about cord blood donation
Cord blood is rich in stem cells that are beneficial in fighting diseases
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Read ArticleOB department excels at maternal emergency preparedness
Simulations help medical teams build communication and teamwork to ensure top patient care.
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Read ArticleThe best home remedies for a coughing baby
It hurts to hear your baby cough, but not every distress requires a doctor visit. There are some remedies you can try at home.
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Read ArticleCoffee versus wine: which is healthier?
Wine and coffee have generated decades' worth of debate and studies examining the benefits or harmful effects of each. It takes time and careful reading to sort through the claims and counterclaims.
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Read ArticleHoroscopes aside, your birth month really does affect your health
Human biology is modulated by seasonal changes in complex ways
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