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What You and Your Family Can Expect This Flu Season
It's official — flu season is here. If you've been to the pharmacy or grocery store recently, you might have seen or heard reminders about getting the flu shot for you and your children....
Boy Mom Status: What To Expect When You’re Expecting a Boy
There's endless excitement to look forward to when you're blessed with a baby boy — like the cuddles, crazy antics, and complete and total chaos that may arise during toddlerhood (and beyond). And there's...
Preemies & Beyond: Why a Newborn May Need the NICU
Getting ready for the arrival of a baby can be rife with stress. The nursery is painted and furnished, your hospital bag is good to go, loved ones are just a call away, and...
Baby-Led Weaning: A Fun Feeding Alternative
The days are long, and the years... boy, they sure are short. The milestones zoom by as new parents try to soak up all the precious moments — and that includes baby's first foods....
What You Need to Know About Scoliosis and Your Child
For those with school-aged children, you might come across a permission slip allowing your child to have a scoliosis screening at some point. While this back condition may not be a top concern for...
Take Heart: Common Cardiac Symptoms in Kids and Teens
Heart disease can affect even the littlest hearts, which is why it is so crucial to understand and recognize some of the more common cardiac symptoms in children.
Heart problems can be separated into two...
Look for the Helpers: How to Talk to Your Children About Big Events
"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping,'" said Fred...
Common Burn Hazards in the Home
Every year, almost 70,000 U.S. people are treated in emergency departments for burns, and a whopping one-third of those are children under the age of 5.
It’s easier than you might think for caregivers and...
5 Things To Know About COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids
Some parents are quite eager to get their children vaccinated against COVID-19, while others are somewhat hesitant. But the more folks who get the vaccine, the better chance we'll have at conquering the virus...
Family Dynamics: Tips for Talking to Kids About Separation or Divorce
Perhaps the most heart-wrenching aspect of two parents who are dealing with divorce or separation is speaking with their children about the change.
This can be is particularly tough for kids, who may find it...
Tips for How (and When) to Talk to Your Child About Puberty
Changes are happening, and you and your child are starting to notice. Sudden physical growth, a deepening voice, hair in different places, unexpected odors. For many boys and girls, puberty can occur any time...
Mindfulness for Littles: How to Reduce Stress and Improve Sleep
Now more than ever, it seems we could all benefit from living in the here and now, rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Because all we really have control...