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How to protect your children from sexual abuse
A few months ago the famous reality television family, the Duggars, made headlines when reports surfaced that the eldest child, who is now a husband and father in his late twenties, sexually abused several young girls (including several of his sisters) when he was a teenager. There are supporters of the family who say that the family did all of the right things, and there are critics who feel that more could have been done to address the abuse and support the victims. The show and the family have been loved by many for the strong family values they encourage. The idea that this family, a family that appears wholesome and “perfect” could be harboring a secret like this was shocking to many.
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3 steps to change your kids’ picky eating habits
When it comes to getting picky eaters to expand their horizons, parents’ opinions are as varied as the vegetables their kids won’t eat. Every parent seems to have a philosophy on the “picky eater problem” but let’s be honest, we have no idea if the principles we adhere to really work. Well, here’s some good news for every parent struggling with the age-old problem of how to handle finicky eaters.
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You, the flu and what to do
‘Tis the season- flu season, that is.
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What happened when my family got head lice: a pediatrician’s perspective
Head lice is estimated to infect six to 12 million children each year in the United States.
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Helping your teen make healthy snack choices can make a BIG difference
What is one of the first things a teenager does when they come home from school? Mostly likely they will raid the refrigerator or pantry for something to munch on. Choosing healthy options for snacks can help assure teenagers are on the right track to meet nutrition needs for key nutrients, which are important for proper growth and development. On the other hand, snacking on the wrong foods provide teens with extra unnecessary calories and fat which could lead to unwanted weight gain and possible future health problems. You may be asking, how can I encourage teens to grab healthy snacks?
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Three Tips for Tough Talks with Your Kids
Illness, death or tragedies in the news: what should parents say?
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What is Plagiocephaly?
What do you do if your child has an irregularly shaped head?
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My Child’s Legs Hurt at Night – Is It Growing Pains?
If your child is experiencing growing pains, the pain is real.
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Are Weight-Loss Apps Healthy for Kids?
If you notice your child is gaining weight, you might be tempted to suggest they use one of the many weight-loss apps that track food and exercise. But there are more dangers for kids using these apps than you may realize.
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How To Safely Introduce Allergens to Your Baby
Food allergies in infants and children are becoming more common in the United States, which can make it nerve-wracking for parents trying to introduce new foods to their babies.
