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  1. Child Development & Health

    Do you ever worry that YOUR child is the class bully?

    By Jennifer Kelman on Feb 7, 2011
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    All of us believe that our child, who is sweet and lovable at home, behaves and shows the utmost respect while at school. Most...
  2. Family Fun

    Make a tissue paper heart decoration

    By Allison Galland on Feb 4, 2011
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    For Valentine's Day, why not make a simple and sweet tissue paper heart to decorate with? This craft is fun to do with kids, but...
  3. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Start looking for summer programs for your kids now

    By Jen Klein on Feb 2, 2011
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    It’s cold outside. You’re more likely thinking of baking cookies than baking in the sun. However, right now -- when your favorite...
  4. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Flying with kids: What you need to know

    By Sarah W. Caron on Feb 1, 2011
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    Air travel has changed a lot in recent years. If you are planning a trip with your kids, this is what you need to know to get your...
  5. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Mom, I’m getting teased!

    By Deesha Philyaw on Jan 31, 2011
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    With teasing and bullying getting more attention, it's important to understand what’s behind it – and how to protect your own child....
  6. Tweens, Teens & College

    Are your kids addicted to video games?

    By Kim Grundy on Jan 31, 2011
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    A new study published in Pediatrics showed that nearly 1 in 10 kids are pathological gamers. Find out the signs that your child is...
  7. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Dueling hormones: When puberty and menopause collide

    By Ellen Sarver Dolgen on Jan 28, 2011
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    Now, more than ever, so many households are experiencing puberty and perimenopause and menopause (I call it PM&M for short) at the...
  8. Tweens, Teens & College

    I miss my little boy

    By Jen Klein on Jan 24, 2011
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    There are times that I look at my tall and lanky pre-teen son and I ache. My first born baby boy is so far away, and I miss that...
  9. Monday Mom Challenge

    Monday Mom challenge: Educate yourself about head injuries in childhood

    By Jen Klein on Jan 24, 2011
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    When our children were newborn, we cradled their heads in our hands, supporting their necks and anxiously aware of the importance of...
  10. Teen Behavior

    When your teenager hates you

    By Jen Klein on Jan 22, 2011
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    It's the rare parent-child relationship that doesn't go through some growing pains during adolescence. Even the most loving,...
  11. Child Development & Health

    How much is too much exercise for a child?

    By Jen Klein on Jan 20, 2011
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    By now, we all know that a healthy life means healthy choices, like eating well and regular exercise. That applies to kids, too. As...
  12. Teen Behavior

    How to help kids manage their emotions

    By Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick on Jan 7, 2011
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    Life isn’t easy for a tween. In fact, life can be downright complicated and confusing for adolescents. Keep reading to learn how to...
  13. Teen Health & Wellness

    Should kids be banned from buying energy drinks?

    By Sarah W. Caron on Dec 29, 2010
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    Long Island, New York is mulling a potential ban on energy drink sales to kids, claiming that the drinks are too unhealthy for...
  14. Teen Behavior

    When friends are a bad influence

    By Tiernan McKay on Dec 17, 2010
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    Sometimes watching your kids grow up can be painful, especially when you can't keep them from making mistakes. Chances are, many of...
  15. Super Mom Tips

    Tips to keep your kids healthy at school

    By Kim Grundy on Dec 7, 2010
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    A healthy, happy child will perform better at tests and learn more at school. You know how to keep him healthy at home, but how can...
  16. Children's School & Education

    Unschooling: Learning from life

    By Monica Beyer on Dec 7, 2010
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    Have you heard about unschooling? Unlike homeschooling, which you've probably heard of, unschooling is a life-long parenting and...
  17. Age by Age

    Tricks kids use to get their way

    By Tiernan McKay on Dec 3, 2010
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    It doesn't take long for a parent to discover the dichotomous nature of children. On one hand, they are adorable, precious and full...
  18. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Is your teenager lying to you?

    By Jen Klein on Dec 1, 2010
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    You thought you dealt with the lying issue when your child was younger. You thought it was clear: you and your teenager had enough...
  19. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Dealing with your child’s big lies

    By Jen Klein on Dec 1, 2010
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    Sadly, lying is a part of life. Even if we put a big emphasis on honesty at home, as adults and parents we lie, and kids learn how...
  20. Mom & Dad

    How not to be a helicopter parent

    By Sarah W. Caron on Dec 1, 2010
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    Helicopter parents -- ones who are knee deep in every school and life issue, leaving kids little room for their own problem solving...
  21. Teen Health & Wellness

    Acne actually causes depression, new study finds

    By Meagan Morris on Nov 30, 2010
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    A new study by British medical researchers found that teen acne can actually cause depression. How can parents help their teens...