Subscribe to this tag Good News for Those of Us in Bilingual Families
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - July 10, 2009
Luckily, it seems that babies taught two languages are helped, not delayed.
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First-Time Parents Go Freegan
By
Maura Judkis
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Fresh Greens - July 9, 2009
Parents are looking for used or free gear for their babies, even if they can afford it at full price.
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How to Use Tylenol So It's Safe for Your Kids
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - July 7, 2009
FDA considers banning infant Tylenol to reduce risk of overdoses.
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For OCD, Not Helping Might Be Best
Health - July 6, 2009
Well-meaning assistance may do more harm than good, experts say
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Kids of Parents Who Value Exercise Are More Active
Health - July 6, 2009
Study found parents still show a gender bias, however
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Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants
Health - June 30, 2009
More factors should be considered than depression among moms, experts say
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Teens Who Think They'll Die Young Take More Risks
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - June 29, 2009
Lots of kids overestimate their odds of dying young—and then shrug off dangers to their health.
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Talk
Health - June 29, 2009
Give-and-take conversations speed language development, study finds
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Teens With Eating Disorders Benefit From Parents' Help
Health - June 26, 2009
Research shows that recovery improves with family involvement
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Supply of Key Children's Vaccine Almost Back to Normal
Health - June 25, 2009
CDC says production shortfalls that limited booster shots nearly over; Hib can cause bacterial meningitis
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Positive Psychology for Kids: Teaching Resilience With Positive Education
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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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Women More Likely Than Men to Reject Unattractive Babies
Health - June 24, 2009
Study casts doubt on notion of moms' unconditional love
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Health Tip: Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test
Health - June 22, 2009
Explain as much as possible in advance
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Toilet Training Goes High Tech
Health - June 19, 2009
Wetting alarm speeds up the potty process, researchers say
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Teens of Dads Who Drink Too Much Tend to Follow Suit
Health - June 18, 2009
Report found these kids were more likely to abuse alcohol, drugs
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Surging Internet Use Cutting Into Family Time
Health - June 18, 2009
Rise of Facebook, Twitter coincides with 30% drop in hours spent together, report finds
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Close Monitoring May Help Troubled Teen Girls Avoid Pregnancy
Health - June 17, 2009
Specialized foster care program for delinquent kids showed surprise benefit
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Your Child Needs the Hospital? 12 Tips for Parents
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Sarah Baldauf
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Health - June 17, 2009
Pediatric medicine is not a downsized version of adult care.
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ADHD Medication and Sudden Death: How to Avoid the Risk
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - June 16, 2009
Here’s what parents and pediatricians can do to reduce heart risks to kids posed by drugs like Ritalin.
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Is Ritalin Too Risky for Kids With ADHD?
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - June 15, 2009
One study showing risk isn’t reason enough to stop medication, FDA says.
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