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Helping America’s Kids Eat Better: How Three Women are Leading the Movement

Jan 31, 2024 09:23AM ● By Megy Karydes

The foods and drinks kids consume have tremendous impact on their overall health. a healthy lifestyle from infancy to adulthood helps people maintain good health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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Beyond Butterflies

Jan 31, 2024 09:05AM

Entering first relationships is an exhilarating experience that often brings a flutter of emotions, commonly described as “butterflies in the stomach”. While the excitement is undeniable, it’s equally important for youngsters to prioritize their emotional well-being of this journey.

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Kidfluencer Cash Daniels speaks to his peers about waterway preservation.
Kidfluencers: Using Social Media for Positive Change

Dec 29, 2023 09:23AM ● By Megy Karydes

Social media has made it easier than ever to share ideas, and today’s generation of digital natives are adept at using it.

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How to Help Kids Thrive Into Adulthood
The Skills Children Need: How to Help Kids Thrive Into Adulthood

Nov 28, 2023 06:30AM ● By Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNP

Skills learned at a young age are pivotal in shaping the development of children. As parents, educators and caregivers, we want them to develop into well-rounded, successful adults.

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The Magic of Parent-Child Synchrony
The Magic of Parent-Child Synchrony: How Skin-to-Skin Contact Helps Development

Oct 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Christine Ramos, RN, CLC, CCM, IBCLC (retired)

Imagine being an infant born only moments ago. The onslaught of new sensations must be overwhelming as they suddenly feel the weight of a once-buoyant body.

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BALANCING ACT: Navigating the Extracurricular Maze

Oct 31, 2023 09:00AM

In the whirlwind of modern parenting, where our children’s schedules resemble a high-speed relay race, the pursuit of balance can sometimes feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle.

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How Music Spurs Childhood Development
A Symphony of Skill-Building: How Music Spurs Childhood Development

Sep 29, 2023 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

For adults, music has the power to instill feelings of joy, relaxation and calmness, or to motivate us when we are exercising or performing a task, but for children, there are added benefits.

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GUIDING CHILDREN THROUGH TRAUMA AND ANXIETY
Helping Kids Cope: Guiding Children Through Trauma and Anxiety

Aug 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings.

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CREATING A VIBRANT BLENDED FAMILY
Stepparenting Success: Creating a Healthy Blended Family

Jul 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

Blended families are complex and often challenging. Fortunately, there are methods to knit a blended family into a strong and enduring tapestry.

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Gut Health for Kids
Gut Health for Kids: Clever Strategies for Picky Eaters

Jun 30, 2023 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

By creatively offering children healthy, diverse foods, presented in ways to please even finicky palates, parents can support microbiome health while establishing a lifetime of good eating habits.

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