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Your Child’s First Cell Phone

When should parents take the plunge? “Cell phones are part of modern life, and kids will need them eventually,” says ...

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Emergency Preparedness 101

Do your children know what to do in an emergency? Are your children starting to stay home alone? Help prepare ...

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Energy Drain

Many teenagers are turning to energy drinks as a way to stay awake and alert during school and sports, but ...

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Should I consider oral immunotherapy for my child with a peanut allergy?

Food allergies are very common in children. In fact, between 0.5-3% of children are reported to have peanut or tree ...

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Mouthguards for Kids: Protect That Smile

Spring is here, and many of our kids are getting ready for new sports. This means new protective gear, including ...

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Safe Sleep for Babies: Ways to Prevent SIDS in Infants 0-12 Months

Understanding safe sleep best practices will greatly reduce your baby’s risk of suffering a sleep-related infant death, like sudden infant ...

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What Your Child Can Learn From Caring for a Pet

Has your child been asking for a pet? It’s a big decision to introduce a pet into the family. Pets ...

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Toilet Training Your Toddler: Strategy, Not Tactics

For months now, I’ve been telling myself that I am about to experience the magical ease of toilet training my ...

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How Parents Can Promote Healthy Eating Habits

How can you encourage healthy eating habits and a healthy body image in your kids? In this video, Dr. Sarah ...