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Building Toddler Vocabulary Through Gestures March 22, 2019

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Children who enter kindergarten with a bigger vocabulary tend to do better throughout their entire school career.
In addition to reading and talking to your child, gesturing also helps build a child's vocabulary.
Gestures are an important precursor to talking and help toddlers form connections.

Posted in Infants, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged development, early childhood, language, speech, toddlers

Child Bribes vs. Rewards March 14, 2019

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Bribes teach children that they will be rewarded for acting out.
Rewards provide a well thought through incentive for doing a good job.
Rewards should be used to develop positive habits instead of dependence on the reward.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged behavior, parenting, rewards

Raising Bully-Proofed Kids March 12, 2019

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Victims of bullying can suffer from health and mental health problems like headaches, sleeping problems, depression, anxiety, and even thoughts of suicide.
Those who are most likely to be bullied include children with an autism spectrum disorder, a food allergy, or who are perceived as different or weaker than their peers.
Parents can help their children by teaching them how to avoid becoming a target, how to stick up for themselves and others, and how to develop a strong sense of self.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bully, bullying, middle childhood, parenting, school, teens, tweens

My Teen is Having Suicidal Thoughts – What Do I Do? February 22, 2019

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Suicide isn’t usually caused by a single factor, but many.
Abuse, life changes, and social pressure are all risk factors even for healthy kids.
Many signs of depression are easy to write off as moodiness.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged depression, suicide prevention, teens, tweens

Teen Suicide: Recognizing the Warning Signs February 17, 2019

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Suicide isn’t usually caused by a single factor, but many.
Abuse, life changes, and social pressure are all risk factors even for healthy kids.
Many signs of depression are easy to write off as moodiness.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged depression, suicide prevention, teens, tweens

Teen Suicide: Risks and Realities February 6, 2019

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Suicide isn’t usually caused by a single factor, but many.
Abuse, life changes, and social pressure are all risk factors even for healthy kids.
Many signs of depression are easy to write off as moodiness.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged depression, suicide prevention, teens, tweens

Dealing with a Defiant Toddler January 26, 2019

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder is one of a group of externalizing disorders which include maladaptive behaviors.
It is normal for children to become oppositional at certain ages.
If you are struggling with a child who is aggressive, argumentative, or defiant, there are things you can do to improve the situation.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged Aggression, Anger, behavior, Defiance, parenting, stress, Timeout

10 Flu Prevention Tips January 4, 2019

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The flu is highly contagious and can be dangerous.
Flu prevention protects you, your family, and those too vulnerable for vaccination.
Flu shots are essential, but only one of a series of steps you can take to protect yourself.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips | Tagged flu, flu season, illness, illness prevention, prevention, tips, winter

How can I help my child with their weight? December 18, 2018

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Childhood obesity has become a widespread problem in the U.S.
Methods of dealing with obesity vary by age, but all require active parental engagement.
Support from a healthcare professional is vital at every stage..

Posted in Medical Conditions, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged exercise, middle childhood, nutrition, teens, tweens, weight, weight management

8 Ways to Tame the Screen Time Beast December 4, 2018

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Too much screen time has been linked to numerous wide-ranging side effects.
Setting time limits and monitoring them isn't easy—even with devices made to assist. Instead, try practical limits.
When breaking a habit, it helps to fill the void with positive things like sports, books and physical play.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged middle childhood, screen time, teens, tweens

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