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Conscious Fatherhood: Building a Better Family

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

Fathers need to understand what matters most to them and then dedicate their time, money and energy in alignment with those priorities.

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Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure

Apr 28, 2023 09:31AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids.

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KID-APPROVED AUTISM DIETS
Kid-Approved Autism Diets: Strategies to Optimize Nutrition and Acceptance

Mar 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD

For parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition.

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Toxic Overload: How to Clean Our Water, Food and Indoor Air

Mar 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Madiha M. Saeed, M.D.

Despite regulations and safety protocols, a number of dangerous compounds run off into waterways or are released into the atmosphere.

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Better Sleep for Kids
Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children

Feb 27, 2023 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato and Kirby Baldwin

Between 15 and 25 percent of kids have trouble falling and staying asleep. Common causes include stress, increased screen time, and less physical activity.

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Heart-Healthy Kids: Setting a Course for Cardiovascular Wellness

Jan 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Ana-Maria Temple, M.D

Heart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful.

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Health in a Smile: A Holistic Solution to Impaired Mouth Syndrome in Children

Dec 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Brooke Goode

This dental crowding condition which can contribute to a partially stunted face, narrower airway, poor sleep and consequent learning and behavior problems.

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

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● 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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The Colors of Healing: Art Therapy for Kids

Oct 31, 2022 09:31AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Art therapy is completely different from arts and crafts, or even teaching a child how to do art. The idea behind art therapy is that not everyone attending therapy is able to talk about what is going on inside of them

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Green Schoolyards: Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds

Sep 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

The Trust for Public Land, which works to create parks and preserve public lands, began transforming schoolyards 25 years ago in response to the shortage of space available for new parks.

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