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Baby Teeth

shutterstock_158016329 (1)Many mothers do not realize that baby teeth need special care, even for infants. Studies show that dental costs for children who have their first dental visit before age one

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Clearing Up Acne Myths

Many children and teens have to cope with acne. It’s a common part of puberty.
Acne is often a subject of much discussion and has many myths. By clearing up

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Survey Shows Working Moms Fake It to Make It

The kids wake up sick but mom needs to go to work. This is the time of year that moms are faced with the dilemma of what to do when

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Immunizations

family healthFOLKLORE

• At one time, immunizations may have helped prevent disease.
• Today, there are far too many immunizations being given.
• Multiple immunizations are bound to disrupt a baby’s

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Kids and Play: A Pediatrician’s Advice for Parents

Toddlers love to play. It is one of the things they do best. Whether it is playing with a stuffed animal or participating in a round of peek-a-boo with a

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Keeping Kids Safe: Tips for Dealing with Food Allergies at School

Food Allergies SS-loThe beginning of the school year is stressful for most healthy children and their parents. But when a child has food allergies, anticipating the coming school year becomes more nerve-racking.

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Over-Scheduling: A Problem for the Child — and Family

Your intentions are good. Your preschooler loves to dance so you’ve signed her up for ballet. Your middle schooler is in a travel soccer league because you can see a

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Eat a Frog for Breakfast

Four tips to ensure more time for you in 2014

Feeling overwhelmed? Is your schedule jam packed? Find yourself lamenting, “If only I had more time?” read more

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Keeping Kids Hydrated: What Parents Don’t Know About Healthy Drinks

Whether your child is dripping with sweat from playing tag in the hot sun or from playing basketball in the gym, hydration is critical. read more

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It’s Time for Back-to-School Eye Exams

Did you know that 80 percent of what we learn is acquired visually? From reading to visual mnemonics (think stop signs and multiplication tables), vision plays a critical role in

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