Disposable diapers make up more than 1.5% of all the trash in this country. About 3.4 million tons of them end up in our landfills each year. So, are cloth diapers a better choice? It's up to you.
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With these 6 homework-helping tips, you can learn how to support and encourage your child, while also giving him or her the needed space to complete homework on their own.
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Only 5% of U.S. teens are getting enough sleep and exercise, according to a recent study. Here's how you can help your teen.
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In addition to buying school supplies and digging out backpacks, it’s important to focus on a few health-related “to-dos” as your kids head back to school.
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Recently, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updated its guidelines for managing concussions in children and adolescents for the first time since 2010.
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Many parents are eager for the day when they can turn the car seat to a forward-facing position. But before you do the switcheroo, review the latest advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Allowing kids time to play may be more important to their development than many people realize.
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A recent study showed that kids who were very curious had stronger reading and math skills.
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Start by asking your child what he or she has heard. This will give you a sense of what information your child already knows.
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From soothing to sleeping to teething, these five tips can help you not only survive baby’s first year, but perhaps even thrive.
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Using e-cigarettes makes youth more likely to say that tobacco isn’t dangerous. Those who used e-cigarettes were also more likely to say they planned to smoke cigarettes in the future.
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Yoga brings together mind and body, involving a combination of postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. It’s also proven to be a safe therapy for children dealing with emotional, mental, physical, and behavioral challenges.
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