Constipation is a problem for many kids - often even more so than parents realize. How do you help your child improve their constipation?
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My son recently came home from his first soccer practice showing off his bright neon orange jersey. “We might be named the Flaming Hot Cheetos!” he proudly announced. His smile quickly faded as he qualified, “I know, I know, Mom - you don’t like hot chips.” Here’s why he anticipated my reaction.
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Being cold does not give you a cold. You only get a cold if you are exposed to a virus! So bundle the kids up and let them play - outside.
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Gentle parenting is about maintaining authority with kindness and works if you're clear about the rules and consequences, and follow through.
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Fires are burning in southern California parents. Wind can blow considerable amounts of smoke to locations well outside of the impacted areas. How can parents keep their children safe from this smoke?
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My job as a pediatrician provides me with a constant stream of smiles, because kids are just so funny! Here are a few fun stories my colleagues and I would like to share
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You’re working hard to help your family be healthy. But with outside influences like social media, friends, and advertising, sometimes it can feel challenging to keep everyone eating healthy and staying active. These 6 tried and true habits can help you keep your kids at a healthy weight.
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Even if you feel uncomfortable talking with your kids about puberty and sex, try not to show it. Think back to how you first learned about these topics if you want a good chuckle–for me, it was sitting with my mom in a car in the grocery store parking lot!
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