Parenting
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Kids spend a lot of time outside in the summer. Here’s how to deal with their common injuriesJul 07, 2024 8:45 am - Summer is a fun time for kids to have fun playing outside, but parents should stay vigilant to keep their child safe in the heat, around water, at the playground and when riding bikes.
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How to protect your kids from gaming disorderJun 30, 2024 8:47 am - Video games are not inherently bad for teens and kids to play but parents should be aware that excessive gaming can turn into a gaming disorder, where dopamine can affect the brain in a way that fuels addictive behavior.
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Most kids get antibiotics for pink eye, study shows. Experts say they’re usually not neededJun 28, 2024 12:14 am - Doctors are prescribing antibiotics to most kids and teens who have pink eye, despite guidelines that discourage their use, researchers reported Thursday.
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Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kidsJun 19, 2024 2:50 am - The minefield of social media can be tough for parents to navigate. Here are some tips for parents to help their children stay safe in this increasingly digital world.
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Lyme disease safety tips for the summerJun 19, 2024 1:21 am - Summer is for enjoying the outdoors, so protect your children from ticks with prevention and checking them when they come back inside.
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Summer fun for children with diabetesJun 16, 2024 8:45 am - Having a continuous glucose monitor doesn't mean your child can't enjoy swimming this summer. There are some precautions to take, but enjoy the warm weather.
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A realistic way to protect kids from social media? Find a middle groundJun 16, 2024 8:44 am - Keeping tweens and teens off social media may not be the best way to foster healthy online habits. A middle ground, with parents and schools teaching kids how to use it properly, is recommended by some experts.
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Life without social media isn’t easy for teens. How these families navigate adolescence offlineJun 09, 2024 7:38 am - Many parents are trying to raise their children with restrictions or bans on social media. Teenagers are aware that too much social media is bad for them because of the toll it takes on mental health and grades. This is a tale of two families, social media and the challenge of navigating high school.
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How firearm safety begins at homeJun 07, 2024 3:35 am - Firearm violence is the leading killer of children and young adults under age 24. Yet, the majority of these deaths are not caused by mass shootings. Most occur at home, and are preventable.
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Warm weather safety tips for kidsJun 01, 2024 4:35 pm - With the joys of warmer weather come the bug bites, bumps, bruises and other injuries that can pop up as kids get more active. Here are a few ways to help keep your children safe this summer.