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Parental Depression May Affect Childhood Development

Dec 30, 2022 06:30AM

Children that live with a parent that has depression are more likely to also develop depression and not achieve educational milestones.

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The Best Gift of All: Teaching Children the Spirit of Giving

Nov 30, 2022 06:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed

Whether through donating material things, sharing time or freely conveying love and kindness, here are ways to teach kids the value of generosity.

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Learning to Grieve: How to Help Children Navigate Through Loss

Aug 31, 2022 06:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

While there is no right way to grieve, adults can provide kids experiencing loss gentle guideposts and lessons of empathy and acceptance as they process complicated emotions.

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Raising a Well-Rounded Child: Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills

Jul 29, 2022 06:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

For kids to develop the solid foundation they need, parents should practice a full-spectrum approach that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience.

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Takeaways from Childhood Experts: Some Sound Strategies for Child-Raising

Jul 29, 2022 06:30AM

Expert tips and strategies to help parents navigate child-raising.

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Mindful Kudos: Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence

Jul 29, 2022 06:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Praise can build character, motivation and resilience in kids if delivered in the correct way. Here is some research-based advice for parents when it comes to skillfully praising children.

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How to Raise Empathetic Kids: Simple Ways Parents Can Cultivate Compassion

May 31, 2022 06:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

While we are all born with a certain amount of empathy, cultivating it is a skill that can be strengthened with practice, and it is critical that the learning process start early.

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Beyond Picky Eating: Help for Pediatric Eating Disorders

Feb 28, 2022 06:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Children of any gender and age can be afflicted with anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other conditions unique to younger kids, but holistic solutions can help with childhood eating disorders.

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Parents as Role Models: How to Help Kids Discover Positive Behaviors

Jan 31, 2022 06:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

With awareness, planning and strategic modifications, parents can use modeling to instill in their kids good habits, positive attitudes, healthy emotional intelligence and strong self-esteem.

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The Best Books for Kids: Gift Choices that Can Open Up Worlds

Nov 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Gifting kids books is a perfect way to encourage childhood reading. Here are tips for selecting the best children's books.

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Avoid Infant Formulas with Added Sugar

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

A study finds that infants given formulas with added sugar had significant weight gain compared to infants that were breastfed or given formulas without added sugar.

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Talking to Kids About Climate Change: What They Need to Know from Those They Trust

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Children are hearing about the effects of climate change through the media or living through them in their own neighborhoods. Here are ways to calmly talk to kids about the climate crisis.

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Michaeleen Doucleff on Ancient Teachings for Modern Parenting

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

National Public Radio (NPR) science correspondent Michaeleen Doucleff searched the world to learn how to be a better parent and shares her findings in a new book, Hunt, Gather, Parent.

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Back-to-School Wellness: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy

Jul 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Parents can ensure children’s health and well-being as they go back to school with these tips for kid's healthy food, family communication, adequate sleep and more.

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Refrain from Spanking to Avoid Harming Young Brains

Jun 30, 2021 06:30AM

A Harvard study finds that spanking alters children’s brain development.

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