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Understanding gynecologic care for teens
Podcast: A pediatric and adolescent gynecologist answers questions about periods and beyond
Busting myths about the HPV vaccine
Podcast: Doses starting at age 9 provide lifetime protection against cancer, providers say
How to have the ‘girl talk’ with your teen
Podcast: Starting conversations when they’re young builds connections along the way
We ask a lactation specialist all your breastfeeding questions
Podcast: Samantha Zeeb, RN, answers how the body makes milk, how to get support and more
‘While the kids are with you, they’re safe’
Podcast: From foster care to adoption, sisters with medical needs join blended family
STIs can affect your sexual and reproductive health
Podcast: Family medicine doctor advises dose of honesty with people you care about
Doctors, nurses sound the alarm as vaccination rates drop
Podcast: Why immunizations are important, and who parents can trust with vaccine info
From IVF to NICU: One couple’s road to starting a family
Podcast: Soon after ‘graduating’ from fertility to pregnancy care, complications arose
Nighttime routine can help with sleep problems
Podcast: Dr. Haven Malish talks sleep hygiene, late-night food cravings, and sleep treatments
Eating disorders vs disordered eating: Differences & dangers
Podcast: Sanford psychologist shares how to identify and address unhealthy relationships with food
Recent Stories
When is your child ready to start potty training?
Is it toilet training time? Learn tips to help your child be successful
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Post febrile seizure, family grateful for care at Sanford
While frightening, this type of seizure is common for kids, providers say
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Children’s Walk supports young patients, connects families
10-year-old cancer survivor leads Sanford International event from hospital to golf course
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Best over-the-counter medications for your baby
Safely help your child feel better when they have coughs, colds, fever and more
⋅ 9 min read
Sanford earns champion status for sports participation
National Youth Sports Strategy aims to get – and keep – more kids involved in athletics
⋅ 5 min read
Should my child be in a booster seat?
Booster seat or seat belt? How to know which option is safest for your child
⋅ 4 min read
What self-esteem looks like in 3-5-year-olds
Does your kid have a 'can-do' attitude? Help develop their positive outlook
⋅ 4 min read
‘Pretend play’ is important to kids’ development
Learn how and why to encourage your child’s imagination
⋅ 4 min read
Sleep matters at all ages, for some surprising reasons
Besides tired, lack of sleep can make kids wired and even accident-prone
⋅ 4 min read
Healthy baby teeth lead to healthy permanent teeth
Your child’s dental health starts as early as their first tooth
⋅ 4 min read
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Barriers to breastfeeding and how to overcome them
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Breastfeeding: Benefits for mom and baby
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College students: Find your dorm, then find a clinic
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- What to know about total joint replacement surgery
- Air Force veteran finds joy serving Aberdeen athletes
- Dual injuries give football player a chance to get stronger
- Runner and football player gets back on track after injury
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- Aspire program gives students a closer look at Sanford jobs
- Sanford names transformation chief, health plan leader
- Early screenings make a difference to family facing diabetes
- Clinical trial gives cancer survivor a chance to help others
- Two international hospitals join genomic medicine group
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Sanford Health Foundation
- Celebrating a Visionary: Remembering the Life and Legacy of Denny Sanford
- A Legacy That Inspires: 2026 Roger Maris All-Star Week Raises over $1 million for Cancer Care
- Cancer Survivors Reflect on the Power of Hope
- 2026 Pours for a Purpose Raises nearly $415,000 for Bemidji Emergency Department Remodel
- Lexi’s Story: Emergency Patient to Emergency Advocate
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- Checking In With Your Kids
- How to Create an Active Daily Routine for Kids at Home During the Summer
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- Build Healthy Habits with Curiosity: Conversation Swaps That Boost Cooperation
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