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Q: My child's clear runny nose turned yellow while on antibiotics. Is this a bad sign and should we see an ENT?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Vaccination Day Is Here, but Baby Has a Fever… Now What?
Written by Dr. Sam Ahn, MD (Family Medicine Specialist, Medical Contents Director of MoDoc AI) | 2025-12-15 You’ve had this appointment on the calendar for months. But of all days, you wake up this morning and your little one feels warm to the touch. Maybe there's a runny nose, too. It’s that moment every parent dreads. Your heart sinks a little. “Do I need to cancel? If I give a shot to a sick baby, will it make them worse?” The anxiety starts to spiral. Take a deep breath.
Sam Ahn
Dec 15, 20253 min read


Q: How can I help my one-year-old gain weight in a healthy way?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 14, 20251 min read


Q: How do you know you're a good parent, even on the toughest, most overwhelming days?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 13, 20251 min read


Q: What 'blood medicine' or iron supplement can I give my nine-month-old baby?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 12, 20251 min read


Q: My infant keeps getting perianal strep despite treatment. What's causing these recurring infections?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 11, 20251 min read


Q: My 2-year-old understands everything but isn't talking. Should I be worried?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 10, 20252 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
Dec 10, 20252 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
Dec 7, 20251 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
Dec 6, 20252 min read


Q: Is Semolina or Amala Dudu Better for My 7-Month-Old Baby?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Q: My 14-month-old screams in pain when pooping. What could be wrong?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 3, 20251 min read


Q: Can I add honey to my 6-month-old baby's pap for sweetness?
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Myeongchan Kim
Dec 2, 20251 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 2, 20253 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 1, 20251 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 30, 20252 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 28, 20252 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 27, 20251 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 26, 20252 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 25, 20252 min read
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