Jun 28, 2020
Moms – Ashley Wehrli
There has always been a lot of talk about vaccines, and we are seeing the conversation happening again with the anticipation of a vaccine for COVID-19. Vaccines have been created to reduce the risk of preventable diseases, and they have been used in children (and adults) all over the world to help battle off viruses such as measles, pertussis, and rubella. They do not come without their controversy, with many now refusing the vaccinate their children. However, the facts do not lie. According to the WHO (World Health Organization), we are 99% of the way to eradicating polio all around the world.
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Jun 27, 2020
Moms – Emily Schafer
Adapting principles of the Inuit tradition and offering designated play zones can help re-frame expectations of children to self-entertain. In a time where kids are out of school and home often alongside working parents, we can push young people to play independently for their own growth – and for ours.
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Jun 27, 2020
Romper – Erin Kelly
No matter how you imagined your summer going, chances are it’s going to be a little different this year. And while it’s tempting — and totally normal! — to let your kids relax a bit after a spring of homeschooling, being cooped up inside, and strict restrictions, there are certain things you don’t want to let slide. Like your family’s oral health, for example.
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Jun 26, 2020
Medical X-Press – Laura LeBlanc
Childhood obesity is a health threat that is becoming more and more common worldwide. It increases risk later on for a variety of life-threatening challenges, including type 2 diabetes, cancer, heart disease and even mental health problems.
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Jun 26, 2020
Medical X-Press – Jared Wadley
When one talks about parenting, an image of the sensitive, caring mother—but not father—responding to a young child’s emotional needs often comes to mind. Research on dads has long suggested that men may interact differently with their children, sometimes pushing the child to take risks beyond their comfort zone and encouraging them to persevere when faced with frustration.
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