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Embracing Your Toddler’s Counterwill

02/28/2021 ● By Meredith Tufts (for Parenting Now)

Throughout the late toddler and preschool years, children are building their will—the ability to consciously control their actions.

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Preventing Dog Bites

02/28/2021 ● By by Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Adoptions and purchases of puppies and dogs have skyrocketed in the past year, proving once again that these furry animals are people’s best friends—especially during a pandemic.

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Coping with Role Reversal When Caring for a Parent

02/28/2021 ● By Cheryl Maguire

When Lisa, age 57, first noticed that her mother seemed confused, she assumed it was typical behavior from an 80-year-old. She continued to take it in stride when her mother tried to make a phone call using the TV remote.

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Spinal Muscular Atrophy

02/20/2021 ● By Trudy Citovic

Understanding this rare condition, and one Oregon family’s journey, and first-person perspective.

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Love Is in The Air !

02/04/2021 ● By Tanni Haas, Ph.D.

Parents are not generally comfortable with the idea of their teen dating; but it’s a fact of life, and better for everyone involved when it’s acknowledged and accepted, rather than denied.

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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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