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Winter Doesn’t Have to Be SAD
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) isn’t limited to adults. The winter blues are common among people of all ages. ...
Why Weights?
Preteens can benefit from strength training, including lifting weights, but only if they use proper technique. By age 7 or ...
Juuling: A New Smoking Trend
An e-cigarette that looks like a flash drive is gaining popularity among teenagers and can serve as a gateway to ...
Winter Warm-Up: Staying Active When It’s Cold
Don’t let freezing temperatures stop you in your tracks. Frost, ice and snow don’t have to stop you, your child ...
Your Most Important Summer Accessory
Wherever your family goes this summer, it’s important to be prepared in case of medical emergency. The best way to ...
Yes, Germs Can Be Good!
Jason Newland, MD, MEd, a Washington University infectious diseases physician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, explains how. ...
What to Expect After an Autism Diagnosis
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) awareness has grown since experts began closely studying its prevalence nearly 20 years ago. More parents ...
Water or Sports Drinks?
Commercials will have you believe that there’s no healthier choice on a hot day than a sports drink. After all ...
The Right Way To Wrap
Help your baby sleep snug and sound in a safer swaddle. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents keep their ...