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Should I bank my baby's cord blood?
This post was originally published in August 2013
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The one piece of advice I’d give myself as a new mother
I’ve been a mother for nearly six years now, and it has been a wild and wonderful ride so far. As my little people grow into bigger people, I sometimes stop and think back on those first months and years as a parent. I thought parenting was all about taking care of and teaching my children. It is about that, of course. What I didn’t know, though, is that it’s also a journey for me as I learn and grow and change through this process of caring for others.
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Does your teen want a tattoo? Here’s another reason to say no.
Whether it’s their favorite sports team, a tribal symbol or pretty little butterfly, teens have varying reasons for wanting tattoos. They crave self-expression, a way to assert independence from their parents, and tangible means to demonstrate their belonging to a group. Tattoos are a very visible way of achieving all of those things.
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When a vacation becomes an adventure
This blog was originally posted November 2012.
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Solid foods 101: When and how to introduce to your baby
Written by Summer Vu, DO
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Your treadmill can cause serious injury in kids
I hate to add one more worry to the already long list of safety concerns for parents, but here I go. The exercise equipment found in so many homes today poses a serious threat to children. I know, right? You finally make a commitment to get fit and now there is just one more reason to let your treadmill become a clothes rack.
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Could your child be bullying others? How to know and how to stop it.
When you hear the word “bully,” what’s the image that comes to mind?
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12 Tips to Help Your Family Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
It can be tough to get your child or teen to make half of their plate fruits and vegetables every day. Especially since many choose fried vegetables such as french fries and potato chips instead of a healthy baked potato or a side salad. As a parent, you might be confused about how to go about introducing your child or teen to more healthful choices. Below are 12 tips to help you introduce more fruits and vegetables to your family’s diet.
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Back to School With Food Allergies – What You Need to Know
Going back to school can be an exciting and stressful time for families, and many may be finding their usual anxiety is heightened because of the COVID-19 pandemic. For children with food allergies, many of whom are cautious already, returning to school this year may require further planning, vigilance and checking up on federal guidelines. There is no cure for food allergies, and if a child with a serious allergy is exposed to a trigger food, they may experience an adverse reaction, the most severe being anaphylactic shock. Other reactions can include mild hives, swelling, vomiting and diarrhea. Preventing such an exposure is crucial to ensure your child has a safe educational environment.
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Everything you need to know about sending a kid with food allergies to school: Part 2
I shared with you some important things to consider as you send a child with food allergies to school.
