Category: Families

close-up view of a mosquito on a child's arm

July 24, 2024

How to Choose the Best Bug Repellent for Your Kids

Protect against bites with safe and effective products.

Children's Health, Families, Medical Tips

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Mom and young daughter working on decorating a bird house together

June 24, 2024

5 Ways to a Healthy, Happy Summer for Your Kids

Here are pediatrician-approved ideas to stay active and engaged over the summer.

Adolescents, Children's Health, Families

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two children play in the shallow tides at the beach while their parents watch in the background

June 5, 2024

Beach Safety Tips: 5 Ways to Protect Your Kids

A pediatrician explains what you need to know about the surf, sun and sand.

Children's Health, Families, Safety

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little kid wearing a swimsuit sits on a side of a pool, eating a slice of watermelon

August 3, 2023

3 Healthy Poolside Snacks

Need a new summer treat? Try these recipes—and your kids can help!

Families, Recipes

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image of a father putting an arm around an adolescent son's back

December 23, 2022

6 Mental Health Tips for Parents

A mental health crisis among children means parents are stressed and worried, too.

Adolescents, Families, Kids and Mental Health, Mental Health

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October 14, 2022

Helping Children Cope with Scary News

Learn how to talk to your children about frightening current events and process your own fears in a healthy manner.

Adolescents, Children's Health, Families

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May 13, 2022

4 Reasons Not to Spank Your Child, and 4 Things to Do Instead

Research shows that spanking is harmful and doesn’t improve behavior.

Children's Health, Families

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May 6, 2022

7 Ways to Be a More Effective, Happier Parent

Discipline isn’t about punishment, but about setting expectations.

Children's Health, Families

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April 27, 2021

3 Ways to Help Prevent Child Abuse

Every adult can play a role in keeping kids safe.

Children's Health, Families, Social Justice

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two fathers with their toddler daughter, playing with dachshund puppy

July 8, 2020

How to Prepare Your Pet for a New Baby

It takes planning and training to keep everyone safe.

Babies, Children's Health, Families, Pets

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April 17, 2020

Helping Children Cope with Scary Headlines and a New Normal

These tips can help you talk to your kids about COVID-19 and social distancing.

Children's Health, Coronavirus, Families

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illustration of hand holding a cupcake

November 27, 2019

Avoiding Food Pressure This Holiday Season

Tips on how to politely decline food from loved ones.

Families, Nutrition

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