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A Post-Newtown Call to Action: We Can Help
Yesterday morning, I visited the New York Times website to read the headlines and saw a table with the names ...
Culture of Violence – Mom Pediatrician Responds to Connecticut Shootings
I just talked to my 3 and 6-year-old kids about the Newtown shooting. We’ll talk to our 8-year-old later today ...
Talking to Kids about Tragic Events
How do you talk to your kids about tragic or scary events happening in our world? Even when children are ...
An ear infection? Again?
I looked across the examination table at my son’s pediatrician in disbelief, a sinking feeling in my stomach. “This can’t ...
Sleep positioners associated with infant death
Fifteen years ago my nephew died of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). He was found dead lying on his belly ...
Scheduled C-Sections: Too much control can be dangerous
The holidays have arrived. I know it because my iphone told me today. The calendar reminder that helps me remember ...
Flying with young kids
When our family arrives at the airport, everyone looks at us. A few people smile at our kids, ages 1 ...
Raising a Grateful Child
This is the time of year when parents scramble to find the right gift or give the perfect holiday experience ...
Top Ten Worst Holiday Gifts for Kids
How many times have you watched your child open a bad holiday gift and your heart sinks, because they love ...