Modeling healthy phone habits for our children can be challenging. Oftentimes, your phone is used for work, ordering groceries, checking the weather, nearly everything you do can be done on your phone. We are more connected now than we’ve ever been. However, all that connecting may be hurting your actual connection with your children and
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Everything You Need to Know About the HPV Vaccine
Here are some common questions parents and caregivers have when it comes to the HPV vaccine. What is HPV? There are a few types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Some types cause warts on the skin, others affect the genital or anal areas and some types can cause cervical cancer. The two most common types that
Read MoreHow Phones, Tablets and Digital Screens are Impacting the Adolescent Brain
The National Institutes of Health has launched a study that will be conducted on kids ages 9-10 throughout the United States. The study is in the early phases and will last ten years, but the early results are fascinating. Although the study will take years, here are some of the results to date: MRI results
Read MoreKeep Your Child Safe During the Holidays
The holiday season is about spending time with family and loved ones, but also road trips, parties, and festivities, trimming the tree, decorations, and more. Here is what you need to know to keep your children safe during this special time of year. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or going to visit friends and
Read MoreThe Dangers of Vaping and How to Know If Your Kids Are Vaping
E-cigarettes and vaping have exploded in popularity over the past few years and are being used by both adolescents and adults. Marketed and promoted to be a safe alternative to cigarette smoking, we now know this is far from the truth. The American Academy of Pediatrics joins the CDC to remind parents that e-cigarette use
Read MoreThe Facts About the Flu Shot — Is It Safe for Kids?
Some people think the flu is just a really bad cold, but the influenza virus is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. Influenza is a respiratory illness, not a stomach bug, although sometimes it can make children feel sick to their stomach. Every flu season is different, and the
Read MoreTeen Vaping: Expectations vs. Reality
What Every Parent Needs To Know About The Dangers Of Vaping & E-Cigarettes Over the past couple of years, E-cigarettes have been exploding in popularity among both youth and adults. But E-cigarettes and vaping are creating a growing concern about teen health and safety among parents and healthcare professionals. The American Academy of Pediatrics supports
Read MoreChoose Safety, Not Scary: Keeping Your Child Safe This Halloween
For many families, Halloween signals the start of the holiday season. But many parents worry about keeping their children safe while also allowing them to have fun trick or treating. Knowing a few simple safety tips can help you ensure this Halloween is full of spooky good memories and not frightening trips to the emergency
Read MorePediatricians Discuss How You Can Help Your Child Prevent And Address Bullying
Whether we were the one being bullied, the one who was the bully, or the one who stood by and didn’t do anything when someone else was being bullied – almost all of us have some story of bullying we can look back on and remember from our childhood. It’s common for the victim being
Read MoreShould Your Teenager Be On Social Media?
The Pros And Cons Every Parent Should Know About Social Media & Teen Health Social media is a daily part of life for most of our teenagers. In fact, Common Sense Media conducted a report that found 75% of American teenagers have social media profiles. Undoubtedly, our teens are under great pressure to be available
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