How to Help a Child Who Has Suicidal Thoughts Talking to your child about suicide may feel scary but there are some helpful dos and don’ts that can make this process a little easier. You can use these tools yourself or…

The Benefits of Breastfeeding When your baby is born, there are plenty of things to think about, and one of the first is how to feed your newborn, be it breastfeeding, bottle-feeding or both. To help you navigate the b…

Helping Kids with Homework Now that school is back in full swing, you may be trying to figure out the best way to handle homework. Being involved in your child’s homework is important. As with all parenting endeavors, …

When Young Children Lie Research suggests that lying is very common in young children and can start as young as 2 years old. It's an important part of navigating social situations, so lying does serve a purpose. The ke…

Managing Your Child's Healthcare Needs at School Handing over the important responsibility of managing your child’s health care needs can be daunting. However, you can assure your child’s school is ready to respond to …

How to Ensure a Successful Back-to-School Transition The back-to-school season brings excitement and a fresh start for students. It’s also a great time for parents to assess their child’s health and take some preventat…

Preventing Heatstroke in Cars Sometimes babies are so peaceful and quiet in the backseat that we can forget they are even there, and it can be tempting to leave a sleeping baby in the car so we don’t have to wake them …

Are Your Kids Ready to Swim in the Ocean? So your kids are good, safe swimmers in your neighborhood pool. Does that mean they'll be fine in the ocean as well? There are some important differences between ocean and pool…

Weathering Summer Storms The warm weather that comes with summer also ushers in increased chances for severe storms, floods and even tornadoes. You should be prepared for any disaster that may come your way, from power…

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