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Always Call Me at Work

01/01/2021 ● By Rick Epstein

I never turn off my phone's ringer when I go into my boss’ office. If I get a call while I’m in there on a routine mission of dodging blame or stealing credit, it’s no problem. And when things take a really bad turn, a call can be a welcome interruption.

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Building Your One’s Brain Power

01/01/2021 ● By Parenting Now

One-year olds are eager and curious learners. Brain development during this year lays the foundation for all of their future learning. Ones naturally love activities that activate their brain development.

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Messing with Mud

01/01/2021 ● By Beth Stein

The ingredients in the recipe are simple: water for wetness, soil for substance, crumpled leaves for texture, bark chips for chunks, grass for green-ness, and rocks just for fun. The how-to part of the recipe is also pretty straightforward – dig, dump, stir, mush, squoosh, pour, pound.

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Surviving and Thriving on a Single Income Budget

01/01/2021 ● By Christa Melnyk Hines

Life is expensive. Life with kids is even more expensive. So how do some parents who rely on one income not only survive, but still find ways to create a happy, well-rounded life for their families?

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Creativity-Boosting Apps for Kids

01/01/2021 ● By Tanni Haas, Ph.D.

January is International Creativity Month; a great occasion to inspire your kids to become more creative. Here are some of the very best creativity-boosting apps for kids. They’re all completely free, so encourage your kids to download an app – or three!

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Coping with Distance Learning Burnout

01/01/2021 ● By Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic looks and feels very different to students, teachers and parents. Long hours in front of a screen, challenges with technology and difficulty mastering new material can be overwhelming to some children.

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Inspiring Generosity in Children

12/01/2020 ● By Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Generosity is a trait most parents would like to see instilled in their children. Teaching kids to serve and give to others builds character and empathy. It also releases chemicals in the brain that stimulate reward pathways and creates a feeling of joy.

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Gifts Kids Can Give on A Small Budget

12/01/2020 ● By Sarah Lyons

There is nothing more heartwarming than a gift made by a child. Handmade gifts are affordable, fun to make, and can be given to parents, grandparents, teachers, and siblings.

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Chanukah

12/01/2020 ● By Jill Morgenstern

Seven Things You Always Wanted to Know

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Self-Care Trickles Down

11/01/2020 ● By Parenting Now

Children contribute to our lives in so many ways. We experience fun, joy, wonder, and connectedness with them. But life with young children can also bring fatigue and frustration. You spend so much energy on their needs that it’s hard to meet your own.

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Is it influenza or COVID-19?

11/01/2020 ● By Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Your child has a fever of 101, as well as a cough and runny nose—could it be influenza or COVID-19?

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Emotional Benefits of Pet Dogs for Kids

11/01/2020 ● By Sandi Schwartz

Dogs are known to be “a man’s best friend.” Not only are they adorable, friendly, and fun to play with, they also provide so many incredible emotional benefits.

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