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Sibling Rivalry
- Posted on Sep 17, 2018
I listened to a podcast and have been following this positive parenting coach online that offers a lot of cool tools and messages. Check out Wendy Snyder at www.freshstartfamily.com How to dissolve the power struggle
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It’s an Epidemic!
- Posted on Sep 13, 2018
The FDA is considering banning flavored e-cigs due to concerns that a huge amount of teenagers are using these nicotine devices. The result, as you would predict, will be more and more teenagers becoming addicted
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Overuse injuries are more common in specialized athletes
- Posted on Sep 13, 2018
With fall sports underway, I want to encourage our athletes, parents, and coaches to encourage their athletes to participate in multiple sports when possible. A recent Pediatrics study following children and teens who were highly
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Teens with cell phones
- Posted on Sep 13, 2018
Some statistics that we need to pay attention to… 70% of teenagers age 13-17 will check/use their cell phone multiple times a day. 57% report that it distracts them from homework. 54% report that it
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Baby food
- Posted on Sep 11, 2018
I had all the intentions to make Cooper’s baby food from the start, and I did a little, but found that I barely had the time! When looking at baby foods to buy, I
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If they’re worried, I’m worried
- Posted on Aug 31, 2018
I just read an interview of some ER doctors about the rise in synthetic cannabinoids (also known as K2 or Spice or legal marijuana). These drugs are causing a rise in ER visits and it’s
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Fine-tuning your child’s fine motor skills
- Posted on Aug 31, 2018
Wish your child had better hand-writing? Take him/her to the playground! Studies have shown that climbing, hanging, and swinging on monkey bars build strength in the upper body and core muscles. It also develops flexibility
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