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Parents: Don’t let PURPLE Crying make you blue
New parents, hang in there. Babies cry, a lot. It’s not your fault, and it’s…
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Child shyness: 5 things parents should know
Most children are shy in certain situations, but some struggle more than others in dealing…
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Let’s talk about lead: 3 things parents should know
Lead poisoning became a hot topic in light of the 2014 water crisis in Flint,…
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Potty training 101: Basics for parents
Potty training is a breeze for some kids and others, not so much. When children…
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Stay alert to dangerous teen trends
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with information about the Tide pod challenge. In the…
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Teach kids healthy habits by saying ‘yes’
Busy family schedules leave little time for parents to actively monitor children’s health habits. Praise,…
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Keep school skills sharp during summer break
School’s out for summer, but that doesn’t mean kids should get a complete break from…
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Toddlers toddle but why isn’t mine?
Baby’s become toddlers before you know it. What if your toddler is not walking when…
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Do kids need naps?
Naptime – those precious moments of peace and quiet. Unfortunately, naptime tends to disappear as children age.…
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