While washing the dishes, putting away toys, setting the dinner table, or mowing the lawn might not seem like a big deal, kids’ chores are a vital part of childhood development. They build responsibility by teaching and strengthening work ethic, accountability, competence, and independence, in addition to a whole host of other skills. Plus, doing […]
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In a perfect world, children would never get sick. Unfortunately, though, illness is an unavoidable part of growing up. Children get sick often, and managing sickness at home can be stressful and challenging, especially for new parents. Familiarizing yourself with some of the more common illnesses that infants and toddlers experience can help you prepare
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“The talk” is a popular subject in books, television shows, and movies, so most children know that a conversation of some sort will be had with their parents about sensitive topics like puberty and sexuality. While this talk is often referred to in the singular, it’s best to have several conversations with your children about
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Infant vaccinations are a cornerstone of preventative pediatric healthcare. Childhood vaccinations save an estimated 4 million lives annually, vaccinations have prevented an estimated 154 million deaths (95% children younger than five) from fourteen common contagious diseases since 1974, and vaccines have prevented countless more from suffering serious health consequences from severe disease. How Vaccines Work
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Exercise is important for everyone, but teen physical activity is essential because teens are going through a period of rapid development. Getting plenty of physical activity will help them stay in shape (physically, mentally, and emotionally) while ensuring they enter adulthood as healthy individuals. Exercise has lots of physical benefits for teenagers such as: Strengthened
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Every baby starts teething at a slightly different time. Some babies are born with their first teeth, some begin teething as early as four months, and others don’t start until after their first birthday. Most babies, however, begin teething at around six months. Sometimes, baby teeth can arrive without any noticeable pain or symptoms. Often,
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While a moderate amount of academic pressure can motivate children and teens to perform well in school, an excessive amount can be significantly detrimental. Whether the pressure comes from difficult classes, societal pressure, a parent, external factors, or the high standards they have set for themselves, kids under too much academic pressure often experience negative
Whether you’re expecting a baby or moving your family with small children to a new home, you must baby-proof your house to create a safe environment. According to the National Safe Kids Campaign, accidental injuries are the leading cause of death in children under 14. Household dangers include risks of drowning, burns, poisoning, falls and
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Balancing the protection of children from the world’s dangers while helping them learn how to navigate the world safely is a parent’s responsibility. We live in a big world, and the internet has made it feel even bigger and scarier for parents who are concerned about the safety of their children and teens while navigating
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Infant colic is the medical term for a condition with which healthy babies cry for prolonged amounts of time without any obvious reason. Infant colic is diagnosed when a baby cries for longer than three hours per day, more than three times a week, and for more than three weeks. Colic is only diagnosed after
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