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Children spend more time sitting in front of electronic screens than doing any other activity besides sleeping. Do you think your family could go screen-free for a week.

Is it possible to make an upcoming vaccine or blood draw easier for your child? Yes! Needle sticks, whether they be for vaccines or a blood test, can cause fear and pain for both you and your child. But there is help, and the Children’s Medical Center is spreading the...

Halloween is here, and as you admire your mountain of sweets, you realize it's probably not the best idea to eat all that candy. After sorting through your treats and picking out your favorites, what should you do with the leftover candy? Here are a few ideas!

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Many new parents are often shocked when the time comes to bring their newborn baby home. They can't believe that the hospital is going to entrust them with such a tiny little human, and oftentimes, they feel incapable of meeting the needs of their new boss. 

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The season of eating your way through Halloween to Valentine's Day or even Easter is coming upon us with maddening speed. So many celebrations with delicious treats everywhere you look! It's easy to lose track of your family's health goals. How can you stay in control? 

Healthy habits can be...

Nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, and throat irritation could be signs of seasonal allergies. Discover tips to help your child manage these symptoms. Read more!

...it's time to get out the plates. Table time yields benefits that go far beyond food. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) says that the more often children eat dinner with their parents, the less likely they are to smoke, drink or use drugs. The center compared...

Make hospital visits less scary with simple, honest tips for preparing children for the hospital. Practice with play, build coping skills and know what to say.

We've all heard the saying, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." This is especially true for children as it is the perfect time to refuel in the morning to prepare for the school day. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, kids who eat breakfast are...

Your child comes home with the same lunch you packed him earlier that day. That's frustrating. It's amazing what some cookie cutters and toothpicks can do. Here are 10 lunchbox snacks your kids won't trade.

1. Use cookie cutters to make fun-shaped sandwiches (without the crusts).
    
2. Send some grapes and...