Monthly Archives: January 2011

Avoiding the Bath-Time Blues

Bath time with your toddler is one of the most precious moments the two of you can share — and one of the most fun. If you don’t take proper safety precautions in and around the bathtub, however, a pleasant … Continue reading

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Targeting Toddler Breathing Troubles

Every once in a while, your toddler may get a stuffy nose due to a cold or another illness. However, if your child continues to have trouble breathing, it could be a sign of a bigger problem. Many times, your … Continue reading

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When Should Ear Tubes Be an Option?

Trouble hearing, irritability, loss of appetite and fluid leaking from the ear are telltale signs of a potential middle ear infection. As a parent of an elementary school-aged child, you likely know these signals all too well. Fortunately, you don’t … Continue reading

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Gaming for Good Health?

Much of the discussion surrounding video games and preteens focuses on the negative impacts of overusing electronic entertainment. As investigation into the subject continues, however, research indicates that regular gaming may be more beneficial than it seems. Sedentary lifestyle, increased … Continue reading

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Helping Your Child Find a Medical Home

Now that your child is reaching adulthood, it is time to make the transition from pediatric care to adult care. Read on for advice on how to make this transition as smooth as possible. According to the American Academy of … Continue reading

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A Parent’s Guide to Colic

You’re delighted to have a new addition to your family, but your newborn cries a lot more than his older sister did during the first few weeks of her life. Even though your daughter didn’t have colic, you’re beginning to … Continue reading

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Addressing Germs Away From Home

From the cup your child picks up to the toy he or she plays with, daycare centers are full of germs. So how can you protect your little one from catching colds and other illnesses outside your home? According to … Continue reading

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The Importance of Friendship

As your child gets older, he or she naturally will want to become more independent. When your child is in elementary school, this probably means he or she will begin developing friendships with classmates and desiring to be accepted by … Continue reading

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The Most Important Meal of the Day

While it may seem like a cliché, breakfast really can prove to be the most important meal of the day for your growing child. A healthy breakfast gives your child the energy he or she needs to function better at … Continue reading

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Ending Teenage Power Struggles

You have taught your child the difference between proper and improper behavior all his or her life, yet the teenage years still seem to present a new set of challenges. As your child begins to experience the freedoms that come … Continue reading

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