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Back-to-School Health Checklist for Parents

The phrase “back to school” is met with cringing by kids and rejoicing by parents. Some kids are happy to be back with their friends, but most would rather continue their loosey goosey summer routine; late nights, sleeping in, no real schedule. Alas, Fall is coming and so is school, so parents must do some work, namely, a back-to-school health checklist for parents.

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Summer Health Guide for Kids: Preventing Common Risks

Summer brings warmth and sunshine, perfect for outdoor adventures with your children. From swimming and hiking to picnicking in the park, there’s so much to enjoy. However, it’s essential to be mindful of potential health risks that can affect your little ones. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding and preventing common summer hazards.

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Finding Joy in the Small Victories of Premature Parenthood

It doesn’t matter how long your infant stayed in the NICU—5 days, 5 weeks, or longer. Regardless of the period of time, the day you are able to take your baby home is a triumph all its own. That is your first small victory. All the little things, the happy things, that occur afterward are about finding joy in the small victories of premature parenthood.

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Allergies in Children: Identifying Triggers and Managing Symptoms

Children are little bacteria magnets. They pick up every possible germ in their path. The same is true for allergens since kids have never met an allergen they didn’t like. Whether it’s food, the environment, or pets, the list goes on and on. Parents must be on guard all the time. Common allergies in children: identifying triggers and managing symptoms.

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How to Prevent Unintentional Childhood Injuries

Keeping your children safe from harm is the most important job parents have. Even one child can be difficult to keep tabs on, but when you have several, the odds of watching their every move becomes impossible. The best you can do is teach them about safety, depending on their age, and be observant. It may seem insurmountable, but let’s discover how to prevent unintentional childhood injuries.

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How CPR and AED Techniques Can Save Your Child’s Life

You never know when an emergency might happen. If you have children, that thought can keep you up at night. Will you know what to do? Will you be able to remain calm and help your child? No one knows of course how they will act in a life-threatening situation, but there are tools available to make you feel more confident. Let’s explore how CPR and AED techniques can save your child’s life.

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Bullying and Its Impact on Children’s Mental Health

Over the years many of us as adults had to deal with aggressive and short-tempered employers. You probably remember how that made you feel, and how you reacted to being treated that way. Even as an adult, it was difficult to handle. Can you imagine how that will affect a child? Let’s consider bullying and its impact on children’s mental health.

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Setting Up a Homework Routine: Strategies for Productive Study Time

If you have a tween or teen in high school suddenly overwhelmed with more homework than they’ve ever had before, maybe it’s time to intervene. You could try to help without seeming bossy by giving them some study tips you used, or you could also let them figure it out themselves. Whichever way you decide, suggest they read this article. Setting up a homework routine: strategies for productive study time.

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