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The Pure Joy of Play: Why Kids Need Unstructured Fun

Jun 28, 2019 09:37AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Numerous studies show that giving kids open time for “free play” is so important that pediatricians are writing prescriptions for it. Here are ways to encourage more playtime in kids' lives.

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When Your Teenager Has Made a Serious Mistake: 7 Key Ways to Be an Enlightened Parent

May 01, 2019 03:17PM ● By Bill White

We all make mistakes, and at some point or another, our children are going to make many of their own. When they make a serious mistake—perha...

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Gardening for Kids: The Fun of Growing Their Own

Apr 30, 2019 11:45AM ● By Ronica A. O’Hara

How to involve kids in growing their own garden to get them outdoors, foster an appetite for fruits and veggies, teach them planning, and develop their motor, literacy and scientific skills.

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Loving Nature: Outdoor Adventures for Kids

Mar 29, 2019 09:12AM ● By Ronica A. O’Hara

In a time in which digital devices often rule, kids will happily head outdoors for adventures involving gardens, bugs and birds that spark their interest and creativity.

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Household Cleaning Products Affect Babies’ Guts and Weight: Disinfectants Linked to Health Concerns

Mar 29, 2019 08:54AM

Canadian toddlers in households that used chemical disinfectants at least once a week had disturbed gut microbes and higher body mass index scores than toddlers in households that used vinegar or other eco-friendly cleaners.

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Air Care for Kids: Keeping the Homefront Allergy-Free

Mar 04, 2019 12:42PM ● By Avery Mack

Kids are especially sensitive to the pollen, chemicals, dust mites, mold and pet dander that cause allergies, but simple strategies can keep these culprits in check.

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Screen Time Doubles Kids’ Risk of Anxiety and Depression: Impacts Mental Health in Youth

Jan 31, 2019 11:06AM

Children and teens who spend more than seven hours a day on screens are twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety or depression.

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Soothing Anxious Kids: Natural Remedies Restore Calm

Jan 31, 2019 10:27AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Social network-stoked anxiety is rising among kids who already have enough to worry about, but their stress can be lowered with mindful approaches, nature, sleep, diet and supplements.

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Daily Walks Make Kids Healthier: The Daily Mile Program Improves Children's Fitness

Dec 27, 2018 11:42AM

A Scottish program called The Daily Mile, which allowed school kids to walk or run 15 minutes a day, improved overall fitness and lowered body fat.

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Scouts Updated: Name Change Embraces Guys and Gals

Nov 30, 2018 09:59AM

To roll out the welcome mat for girls, the Boy Scouts of America has changed its name to Scouts BSA.

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Beyond Toys: Gifts that Evoke Kids’ Creativity

Nov 30, 2018 09:59AM ● By Sandra Murphy

From do-it-yourself robots to language lessons to field trips, outside-the-box gifts for children will summon their excitement and build favorite memories.

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Air Pollution Harms Developing Brains: Fetal Exposure Leads to Cognitive Difficulties

Oct 31, 2018 09:04AM

Fetal exposure to air pollution can thin the outer layer of a developing child’s brain and lead to later cognitive difficulties, say Dutch researchers.

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Hostile Teachers Hamper Learning: Damages Academic Performance

Oct 31, 2018 09:04AM

Students’ test scores dropped by as much as 5 percent when taught by teachers that belittled or criticized students or showed favoritism.

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Nurturing Creative Kids: Hobbies Engage and Grow Healthy Kids

Oct 31, 2018 09:03AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Unplugging with creative and fun activities fosters skills that can last a lifetime. Here are ways children can express themselves through arts, crafts, hobbies and more.

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Sensory Learning Program Helps Autism, ADD and Sensory Disorders

Oct 01, 2018 07:13PM

Imagine lying in a warm, fuzzy nest of pillows that rotates up and down while gazing at a light and listening to gentle music. You begin to ...

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