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Aug 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson
Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings.
Jul 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Julie Peterson
Blended families are complex and often challenging. Fortunately, there are methods to knit a blended family into a strong and enduring tapestry.
Jun 30, 2023 08:30AM ● By Sheila Julson
By creatively offering children healthy, diverse foods, presented in ways to please even finicky palates, parents can support microbiome health while establishing a lifetime of good eating habits.
May 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Julie Peterson
Fathers need to understand what matters most to them and then dedicate their time, money and energy in alignment with those priorities.
Apr 28, 2023 08:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.
Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids.
Mar 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD
For parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition.
Feb 27, 2023 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato and Kirby Baldwin
Between 15 and 25 percent of kids have trouble falling and staying asleep. Common causes include stress, increased screen time, and less physical activity.
Jan 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Ana-Maria Temple, M.D
Heart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful.
Dec 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Brooke Goode
Impaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS) is a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, but parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development.
Nov 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed
Whether through donating material things, sharing time or freely conveying love and kindness, here are ways to teach kids the value of generosity.
Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Art therapy can help a child express what is beyond spoken language: unprocessed trauma, emotional and physical pain or the multilevel challenges of autism spectrum disorder.
Sep 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sheila Julson
Asphalt-paved schoolyards enclosed by chain-link fencing are being transformed into green play-learn spaces, designed for and by students and the community.
Aug 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati
While there is no right way to grieve, adults can provide kids experiencing loss gentle guideposts and lessons of empathy and acceptance as they process complicated emotions.
Jul 29, 2022 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
For kids to develop the solid foundation they need, parents should practice a full-spectrum approach that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience.
Jul 29, 2022 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara
Praise can build character, motivation and resilience in kids if delivered in the correct way. Here is some research-based advice for parents when it comes to skillfully praising children.
Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sheila Julson
By creating homemade, hot-weather treats with our kids, we get to enjoy the delights of fresh, seasonal, healthy fruits and vegetables and inventive flavor combinations.
May 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson
While we are all born with a certain amount of empathy, cultivating it is a skill that can be strengthened with practice, and it is critical that the learning process start early.
Apr 29, 2022 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara
Therapists and blended-family veterans offer advice for healthy relationships in stepfamilies.
Mar 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson
Weaving storytelling into nature programs helps children understand their outdoor experiences and develop an appreciation for wilderness.
Feb 28, 2022 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Children of any gender and age can be afflicted with anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other conditions unique to younger kids, but holistic solutions can help with childhood eating disorders.
Jan 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati
With awareness, planning and strategic modifications, parents can use modeling to instill in their kids good habits, positive attitudes, healthy emotional intelligence and strong self-esteem.
Dec 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Creating a calm space in the home for kids to decompress can help children become centered and manage their emotions in a healthy manner.
Nov 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati
Gifting kids books is a perfect way to encourage childhood reading. Here are tips for selecting the best children's books.
Oct 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Erin Lehn
One of the most beneficial ways to help teenagers cope with the stress of these tumultuous adolescent years is through mindfulness education, helping them become calm and centered.
Sep 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati
Children are hearing about the effects of climate change through the media or living through them in their own neighborhoods. Here are ways to calmly talk to kids about the climate crisis.
