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Healing Ways to Memorialize the Loss of an Infant

Few emotional tidal waves rival the joy of expecting a baby, but dealing with a pregnancy loss could cause a devastated family to ask, “What do we do now?” read

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New Recommendation Calls for Infants to Share Room with Parents

New guidelines recently issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) call for infants to sleep in the same room, but not the same bed, as mom and dad. read

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Ways to Inspire Your Child’s Interests

Children are open to new ideas, trying different things, and exploring. So how do you encourage them? You don’t need to spend a lot (or any!) money to nurture your child’s imagination and interests. Here are some ideas to inspire your children to pursue their current interests and discover some new ones. ...
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National Birth Defects Prevention Month Focuses on ‘Prevent to Protect’

Women can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by reducing their risk of getting an infection during pregnancy. The National Birth Defects Prevention Network offers several health tips to help pregnant women and women who may become pregnant as part of its theme, "Prevent to Protect: Prevent infections for baby’s protection.” ...
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“I’m Bored,” Kids Say. Help for Parents on How to Answer

Try something new with your kids. Help them — and you — get over boredom with these tips. ...
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Ditch Middle School Drama: Help Your Child Rise Above Social Pressure and Bullying

Today's kids often see bullying in writing — and their peers can, too, thanks to social media. While it’s impossible to shield your child completely from these mean behaviors, there are some ways to help your middle-schooler deal with bullying issues. ...
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Open the Door to Preschool

Picking the right preschool program and making sure your child is prepared can be stressful, especially since this may be their first experience being away from home. It's important to know the type of program you are looking for, as well as what features are a priority. Narrow down your list with these six important factors. ...
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14 Days of Love : A Valentines Day Challenge for Kids

In our house, the news is hardly on.  Sporadically we will turn it on first thing in the morning and check the impending weather. Within seconds I am finding myself

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17 Ways to Stop Yelling at Your Kids

For many, yelling has become a normal part of the daily routine, but studies show it can be harmful to adolescents — and children of all ages are likely to tune out reprimands or requests if mom or dad yell too often. Next time you feel the urge to shout, keep your cool with these 17 ways to yell less. ...
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Camp Starts Here: Leave the Devices at Home

At summer camp, kids are encouraged to interact with something other than a screen. Instead, time is spent outside running, jumping and playing with other kids. Consider these reasons why every tech-savvy child should embark on this adventure. ...
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