New Item on the School Cafeteria Menu: a Calorie Limit?
By
Katherine Hobson
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On Fitness - October 20, 2009
The Institute of Medicine also says kids need more fruits, veggies, and whole grains.
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Shriver Report Skips Frustrating Family Issue of the School Year
By
Mary Kate Cary
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Mary Kate Cary - October 19, 2009
Times have changed, and current schedules hurt kids and stress two-earner households.
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Health Buzz: Spanking May Make Kids Dumber and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - September 25, 2009
Swine flu vaccine questions, and Alzheimer's and sleep.
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Health Buzz: Drug May Treat Rare Skin and Brain Cancers and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - September 3, 2009
6 secrets to getting the right medical diagnosis; top parenting blogs.
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Health Buzz: iPhone Outbreak App and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - September 2, 2009
10 ways to conquer emotional eating; identifying normal and abnormal sexual behavior in kids
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Health Buzz: Pneumonic Plague in China and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - August 5, 2009
Health reform efforts; making sure kids get enough vitamin D
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8 Ways to Find Affordable Child Care
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Money - August 4, 2009
The recession has opened up new options for parents.
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The Real List of the Best Children's Books
By
Peter Roff
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Peter Roff - July 7, 2009
Some books no child should go without.
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Positive Psychology for Kids: Teaching Resilience With Positive Education
By
Lindsay Lyon
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Health - June 24, 2009
Adults can help kids by encouraging them to think positively, psychology experts say.
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The Climate Change Boogeyman
By
Maura Judkis
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Fresh Greens - June 15, 2009
Is talk of climate change damaging for children?
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How to Give: Tips For Passing on Wealth To Your Kids, Your Charity, and Your Dog
By
Kirk Shinkle
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Money - April 28, 2009
Advice on making sure your giving goes exactly where you intend.
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Having Children Adds Stress to Marriage
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - April 13, 2009
But the kids aren't solely to blame. Here are 3 ways for parents to keep their marriage on track.
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Kindergarten Tests and the Importance of Play
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - April 7, 2009
7 ways to get schools to reduce academic pressure on young children
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The Future of Climate Change: How to Teach Children to Conserve
By
Diane Cole
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Nation & World - March 27, 2009
Today's generation of children faces the growing issue of climate change.
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Buy Laptops for Kids
By
Alison Go
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Nation & World - December 18, 2008
The One Laptop Per Child and Give Many programs make it affordable to spread technology.
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Teach Your Kids to Cook
By
Sara Clarke
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Nation & World - December 18, 2008
It’s a good way to bring the family together and tech your kids a valuable life skill.
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Best-Kept-Secret Career: Child Life Specialist
By
Marty Nemko
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Money - December 11, 2008
Imagine that your child must face a difficult hospital stay.
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How to Pick Toys for Kids
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Money - December 9, 2008
The best gifts take advantage of curiosity, not technology.
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10 Top Science Toys for Kids
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Money - December 9, 2008
These gift ideas keep kids entertained while imparting lessons about the natural world.
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10 Best Value Toys for Kids
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Money - December 9, 2008
These holiday gift ideas are fun for the whole family.
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Boost Kids' Brainpower With a Pill
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - December 8, 2008
Exercise for mind and body may be a better fix.
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Protecting Kids From Heart Disease
By
Deborah Kotz
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Health - December 5, 2008
Pediatricians are more aggressively treating high cholesterol in kids, but what are the risks?
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Smart Ways to Manage Kids’ TV, Music, and Web Time
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - December 2, 2008
Overall, media use may be bad for kids, but the key is sorting the good stuff from the bad.
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Health Buzz: Media’s Impact on Kids and Other Health News
Health - December 2, 2008
Holiday books that aim to help readers get healthier; making tough decisions about psychiatric drugs
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America's Best Leaders: Benjamin Carson, Surgeon and Children's Advocate
By
Avery Comarow
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Nation & World - November 19, 2008
A talented pediatric neurosurgeon and activist for inner-city kids.
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