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Q: My infant keeps getting perianal strep despite treatment. What's causing these recurring infections?
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Myeongchan Kim
3 hours ago1 min read


Q: My 2-year-old understands everything but isn't talking. Should I be worried?
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Myeongchan Kim
1 day ago2 min read


The 100.4°F Rule: Why You Can’t "Wait and See" with a Newborn Fever
Written by Dr. Sam Ahn, MD (Family Medicine Specialist, Medical Contents Director of MoDoc AI) | 2025-12-10 Discovering that your newborn feels hot to the touch is one of those heart-drop moments in early parenthood. Your first instinct might be to panic or blame yourself, wondering if you dressed them too warmly or exposed them to germs. But here is the reality: about 2% of healthy babies develop a fever in their first three months. It’s not a sign of failure, but it is a s
Sam Ahn
2 days ago2 min read


Q: My baby has a small ASD. Is waiting until age 2 for a follow-up echo normal?
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Myeongchan Kim
4 days ago1 min read


Q: My 15-month-old has swollen gums and cries a lot from teething molars. What can I do to help him?
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Myeongchan Kim
5 days ago2 min read


Q: Is Semolina or Amala Dudu Better for My 7-Month-Old Baby?
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Myeongchan Kim
7 days ago2 min read


Q: My 14-month-old screams in pain when pooping. What could be wrong?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 31 min read


Q: Can I add honey to my 6-month-old baby's pap for sweetness?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 21 min read


The 2 AM Fever Dilemma: Should I Wake My Sleeping Child for Meds?
Written by Dr. Sam Ahn, MD (Family Medicine Specialist, Medical Contents Director of MoDoc AI) | 2025-12-02 It’s 2:00 AM. You’re standing by your child’s bed in the dark, listening to them breathe. Earlier today, the thermometer read 102°F, and they were miserable—fussy, crying, and clinging to you. But now? They have finally drifted into a deep sleep. You look at the clock and realize it’s time for the next dose of fever reducer. You hesitate, hand hovering over their should
Sam Ahn
Dec 23 min read


Q: I feel guilty for having no energy to play with my 10-month-old. Is this normal?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 11 min read


Q: My niece recovered from malaria but now has a cough. Could it be a relapse or just a cold?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 302 min read


Q: My toddler has trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. What are the common causes of toddler insomnia?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 282 min read


Q: How can I keep my baby cool and comfortable in her car seat during hot weather?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 271 min read


Q: My 1-year-old's penis is swollen on one side after I carried him without a diaper. What should I do?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 262 min read


Q: When is the best time for my baby's cleft foot surgery? One surgeon says 6 months, another says 1 year.
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 252 min read


Q: My 18-month-old isn't walking yet, but stands and cruises. Should I be worried?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 242 min read


Post-Vaccination Fever in Babies: Why It Happens and What Parents Should Do
Written by Dr. Sam Ahn, MD (Family Medicine Specialist, Medical Contents Director of MoDoc AI) | 2025-11-24 Every parent knows the feeling: You've just taken your baby for their vaccinations to keep them healthy, and a few hours later, their forehead feels warm and they're fussy. Your heart sinks. Did something go wrong? Is your baby getting sick? As a pediatrician who deals with these concerns daily (and as a parent who's been there myself), I want to help you understand wha
Sam Ahn
Nov 234 min read


Q: My 4-month-old's sleep has gotten worse. He wakes frequently at night and has short naps. What can I do to help him sleep better?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 232 min read


Q: My 6-week-old baby's tummy makes a lot of noise. Is this normal, and could it be colic?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 221 min read


Q: I'm an introverted parent who needs 'me time.' Does this make me a bad mom?
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Myeongchan Kim
Nov 211 min read
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