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Moms share: How I instill smart eating habits in my kids

By Maggie Marton on Jun 14, 2012
Getting kids to eat well can be a struggle. From picky eaters to family time constraints, the challenges to eating well keep piling...
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Raising strong kids, inside and out

By Kori Ellis on Jun 14, 2012
Nutrition, exercise and self-esteem are all factors in raising strong kids. Learn how to nourish, encourage and empower your...
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Teaching your kids to make better lunchtime decisions

By Kori Ellis on Jun 14, 2012
While kids usually eat breakfast and dinner at home, they are typically away from parents for lunchtime at school -- and free to...
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How to get started with swim lessons

By Maria Mora on Jun 13, 2012

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Swim lessons for kids aren’t one-size-fits-all. When you enroll your child this summer, find swim lessons that are appropriate for...
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Are sunburns the new child abuse?

By Sherri Kuhn on Jun 12, 2012

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With the recent story about the mother accused of taking her young daughter into a tanning booth, will sunburns become the new “red...
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Give a kid a camera

By Jen Klein on Jun 12, 2012

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Your family is well-documented. Your camera (or camera phone) is out all the time and you have some great shots of your kids’ posed...
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Why a little sun never hurt anyone

By Christina Holt on Jun 11, 2012

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Parents are often quick to lather their kids in sunscreen to help protect them from the sun’s harmful rays. But before you apply,...
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5 Apps that help keep your kids safe

By Michelle Maffei on Jun 7, 2012

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These days, your mobile phone is more than a telephone; it's an entertainment device, an MP3 player and most importantly, a valuable...
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The least expensive babysitter

By Monica Beyer on Jun 7, 2012

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Every parent has done it, even though you said you never would: You’ve used the TV as a babysitter. And it worked, so well in fact,...
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Protect your children with UV-blocking clothing

By Maria Mora on Jun 6, 2012

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Sick of trying to plaster sunscreen on wiggly children? Learn why UV-blocking swimwear and clothes are one of the best options for...
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Dreading the long summer with the kids?

By Jen Klein on Jun 5, 2012

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The kids are counting down the days until summer vacation. Their excitement is palpable! Long, lazy days of doing nothing makes your...
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How to put an end to your kid's bully behavior

By Molly Cerreta Smith on May 24, 2012

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Though bullying is not new, it is certainly getting more attention than ever and for good reason. Of course parents want to protect...
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How to survive baby's first illness

By Michelle Maffei on May 22, 2012

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Caring for your newborn can keep you on your toes, but nursing your baby back to health can be nerve-wrecking without the right baby...
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Is bottled water contributing to your child's cavities?

By Tracee M. Herbaugh on May 18, 2012

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Cavities in children are on the rise these days, and a new theory from dentists and children's health advocates claims bottled water...
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Is baby food in pouches replacing babies being spoon fed?

By Katie Kavulla on May 9, 2012

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You've seen them on the shelves at your local grocery store in the baby food aisle and there's no doubt that your kids love them,...
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3 Things that may (or may not) indicate your child has ADHD

By Sherri Kuhn on May 4, 2012

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Everyone knows a child these days who has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. How do you know when energy...
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Is your child prejudiced?

By Jen Klein on May 4, 2012

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Kids say the darnedest things, it’s true. While most of the time, the comment is innocent or funny, occasionally it’s shocking. And...
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Mom vs. Dad: Technology and your kids

By Lisa Steinke on May 3, 2012

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It's Screen-Free Week, a national celebration where families are encouraged to unplug from their gadgets and plug in to each other....
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How to make family dinner fun

By Maria Mora on Apr 30, 2012

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Research points to the importance of sharing meals as a family. Knowing it’s important doesn’t make it any easier to convene as a...
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The big birthday party is so last year

By Jen Klein on Apr 27, 2012

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In a child's mind, the yearly birthday party is practically mythic. It's the one day a year all about her: It's so much fun, all her...

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Find out how to keep your child healthy, take care of him when he's sick with a cold or the flu or another illness, and cope with injuries and hospital stays. Also: Is your child's development on track -- or does he or she have a developmental delay?