Author Archives: Amanda

Baby, Breastfeeding

Weaning your child – Tips for Breastfeeding mother

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Weaning and breastfeeding

Yes, breastfeeding is a beautiful journey with loads of benefits and goodness, but a baby needs to consume something other than breastmilk after 5-6 months. The process to include other food items other than breastmilk is called weaning. Weaning is the process when we slowly and gradually introduce liquids and solids in your child’s diet […]

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what to do when infants don’t eat food?
Infants not eating food

If an infant is not eating food, there may be several reasons for this, such as a lack of appetite, difficulty with the texture of food, or a more serious ... READ MORE

Saying NO To Your Child: How To Do It Effectively
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Introduction Saying "no" to your child, especially a toddler, is a crucial aspect of parenting. While it may seem challenging, setting boundaries and teaching your child the importance of limits ... READ MORE

The Benefits of Breastfeeding for Both Mother and Baby
Breastfeeding is one of the initial ways to feed your newborn baby. It provides all the nutrients and strength to your infant's body. In addition, it protects your infant from diseases and sickness that can occur in a newborn baby's initial months.

Breastfeeding is one of the initial ways to feed your newborn baby. It provides all the nutrients and strength to your infant's body. In addition, it protects your infant from ... READ MORE

5 winter skincare tips for your baby
winter skincare tips for babies

Here are some helpful tips to keep the infants’ skin smooth, soft, and happy during the winter months. With the onset of winter, a baby’s skincare may need change. The ... READ MORE

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Breastfeeding, Pregnancy & Parenting QA

Co-Nursing – Is It Safe for Your Baby?

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Co-nursing Have you ever wished for an extra set of boobs to help you out during those late-night feedings? Co-nursing is precisely what it looks like: two mothers, either biological or adopted, breastfeed their child. Co-nursing, also known as cross-nursing, is a practice in which one woman’s child is cared for by another. This is […]

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Nurturing Open Communication and Building Strong Parent-Child Relationships during the Big Kid Stage
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Introduction: As an experienced teacher with 25 years of expertise, I recognize the significance of fostering open communication and maintaining a strong parent-child relationship during the big kid stage. This ... READ MORE

Can You Take Paracetamol When Pregnant?
paracetamol during pregnancy

Back pain and leg cramps are very common during pregnancy. Most women prefer consuming paracetamol upon the doctor's advice. Although it is widely known the paracetamol can cross the human ... READ MORE

10 steps to ensure a healthy pregnancy
healthy pregnancy

The nine months pregnancy journey is no less than a roller coaster ride. From the backache, nausea to the joy of becoming a mother, the journey of pregnancy can be overwhelming. Here ... READ MORE

What Vitamins And Minerals Are Important To Consume During Pregnancy?
Vitamins And Minerals During Pregnancy

The most crucial fact about pregnancies is that the babies receive nutrition necessary for their development and growth only through the food and supplements consumed and approved for use by ... READ MORE

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Baby

12 Foods You Should Avoid for Your Baby

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food kid should avoid

As parents, we want to teach our children to eat various foods from an early age. Therefore, after solids are introduced, the child’s daily diet should include a range of foods; there is no mistake about it! Certain meals, however, are not safe for your infant before the age of one year since they may […]

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“Ensuring Water Temperature Safety: How to Keep it Just Right”
Water Temperature

Introduction: When it comes to water-related activities, whether it's enjoying a soothing bath or diving into a refreshing pool, maintaining the right water temperature is crucial for safety and comfort. ... READ MORE

Sun Safety for Babies: How to Safely Apply Sunscreen on Infants
Sun Safety for Babies

Ah, sweet little sunbeams! When it comes to sun protection for babies, extra care and caution are key. Let's explore how to safely apply sunscreen on infants and keep their ... READ MORE

“Unlocking the Power of Milk: Why it’s Essential for Kids’ Growth and Well-being”
Power of Milk

In a world where nutrition plays a pivotal role in shaping a child's future, the significance of milk cannot be overstated. As a seasoned physician with 15 years of experience, ... READ MORE

Infant Sleep Disturbance (ISD)
Infant Sleep Disturbance

Infant Sleep Disturbance (ISD) is a common problem that affects many parents and their newborns. ISD is defined as any behavior or action that disrupts a baby's sleep pattern, including ... READ MORE

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Baby

10 things that happen to every parent in the first year

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New parents and baby

You’ve got it through pregnancy, labour and delivery, and it is now time to bring your baby home and begin a family. However, after you get home, you may feel as if you have no clue what you’re doing! Love, cries, smiles, worry, and uncertainty, to name a few, are all part of the first […]

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10 Questions Every First-Time Parent Asks
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Being a parent is not easy. Especially when you are going to become a parent for the first time, you will have this set of questions. For every question, either ... READ MORE

The harmful effects of salt on infants according to age.
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Salt, or sodium chloride, is an essential nutrient that our bodies need to function properly. However, too much salt can be harmful to infants at different stages of their development. ... READ MORE

The Importance of Vitamin D Supplements for Children: Insights from a Pediatrician with 15 Years of Experience
Vitamin D Supplements

As a seasoned pediatrician with over 15 years of experience, I have witnessed the critical role that proper nutrition plays in the growth and development of children. Among the essential ... READ MORE

10 substantial changes for new parents
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Parenthood is one of the most beautiful yet exhausting phases of life. The changes that come with it are so unexpected that it is difficult to see them coming. One ... READ MORE

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Toddler

20 Activities to Promote Cognitive Development in Toddlers

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child's cognitive development

The way a child learns, accumulates knowledge, and interacts with his environment is described by cognitive development. Different cognitive capabilities are acquired as a kid reaches particular developmental stages, but activities that promote active learning will benefit a youngster of any capacity. As a parent, you may support your child’s cognitive development in the areas […]

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What’s the right time for potty training the toddler?
Potty Training

What's the right time for potty training the toddler? Toddlers are those babies within the age group 18-36 months, though it may vary. They are very active as they toddle ... READ MORE

Paediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Challenges and Management
Paediatric Inflammatory

Paediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract in children and adolescents. It encompasses two primary subtypes: Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative ... READ MORE

Fostering Healthy Eating Habits in Children: Making Nutritious Foods Irresistible
Healthy Eating Habits

  In an era dominated by fast food and sugary snacks, instilling healthy eating habits in children is paramount for their long-term well-being. As parents, caregivers, and educators, we play a pivotal role in shaping their dietary choices and preferences. Here, we delve into effective strategies for fostering healthy eating habits ... READ MORE

9 things you should never say to your child
Children

Being a parent is difficult and so is coming off as a proud child. It’s only human to give vent to your rage by using harsh words. However, when the ... READ MORE

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Baby, Toddler

When Do Babies Get Molars? Symptoms, Pain Remedies and Care

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Babies Get Molars teeth

When Do Babies Get Molars? Molars are the very last teeth to emerge, and they may do so one by one. While the precise date of molar releases varies, most youngsters obtain their first molars between the ages of 13 and 19 months on top and 14 and 18 months on the bottom. The top […]

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 Cloth Diapering: Types, Benefits, and How To Use Them
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Are you the new-age parents who want to ditch or leave behind the old disposable diaper, which may be harmful to the child because of the plastic used but harmful ... READ MORE

How to stop your child from lying?
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Parenting and raising a child does not sound like an easy job and is definitely not. Both the parents and the children face a lot of ups and downs in ... READ MORE

15 simple winter tips for children
winter tips for children

Children are often exposed to various infections and diseases that quickly affect them and make them sick. Their immune systems are in a developing stage that helps them fight diseases, ... READ MORE

How Often and How Much Should Your Baby Eat?
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As parents, you have to be careful about maintaining a feeding schedule for your baby as per his age and need. A newborn's stomach is so small in the beginning ... READ MORE

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Baby

Feeding your newborn: Tips for new parents

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Your kid will achieve numerous milestones during their first year of life, including their first smile and possibly even their first steps. But what’s on their plate is just as important as any of these historic occasions. All of your feeding decisions for your infant throughout the first year of life are critical because this […]

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9 things that happen to every parent in the first year
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The first year with your newborn is a bag full of emotions - love, smiles, cries, fear, uncertainties to name a few! There is no guide, no book, no expert ... READ MORE

Why is my Baby’s Poop Green?
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It isn’t a very uncommon phenomenon to spot green-colored poop in your baby’s diaper. This can happen time and again while your baby is still a toddler and can be ... READ MORE

The Importance of Vitamin D Supplements for Children: Insights from a Pediatrician with 15 Years of Experience
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As a seasoned pediatrician with over 15 years of experience, I have witnessed the critical role that proper nutrition plays in the growth and development of children. Among the essential ... READ MORE

How to Deal with “Poop” Potty Training
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Once you have a child, you effectively agree to be liable for their poop for 3 to 4 years. Diaper changes in public restroom new-born blowouts, the dreaded "poops explosions" ... READ MORE

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Toddler

5 ways to help a child deal with anger and teach them how to cope with it

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When a youngster suffers from rage, it’s difficult for both parents and children. Some children are quickly irritated. Children get worked up over seemingly insignificant situations. They scream. They may even become combative. If your child has furious episodes, especially if their anger interferes with their relationships and quality of life, you must educate them […]

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Essential Nutritional Practices for Infants and Toddlers
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Introduction As an experienced physician with 35 years of practice, I understand the vital role nutrition plays in the growth and development of infants and toddlers. Establishing healthy eating habits ... READ MORE

Positive Discipline Techniques: Encouraging Good Behavior Without Punishment
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Parenting is a journey filled with challenges and triumphs, especially when it comes to guiding our children towards positive behavior. For many new mothers and mothers of toddlers, the question ... READ MORE

How Much Protein Do Children Need? Importance And Sources
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Children are picky eaters, yet one of a parent's primary tasks is to get them to consume a very well diet and to emphasize the value of a nutritious diet. ... READ MORE

The Best Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of “How Was Your Day?”
Best Questions to Ask Your Kid

As parents, we want to know how our children's day went when they come home from school or after an activity. We ask them, "How was your day?" hoping to ... READ MORE

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Pregnancy

Taking Birth Control Pills While You Are Pregnant – Are There Any Side-effects?

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Birth Control Pills

Birth control Any way of preventing conception is considered birth control. Barrier birth control such as surgical procedures, condoms, and chemical birth control are just a few alternatives available. The pill is the most used hormonal birth control method. When taken correctly, birth control tablets are more than 99 percent effective. Isn’t that almost full […]

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10 Signs Of Labor And What To Do When You Are In It
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Although doctors give a probable date for the labor, it often happens before or after the due date. Labour is when the baby is finally ready to be out. The ... READ MORE

Understanding Implantation Cramps: A Comprehensive Guide to Pregnancy
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 What are Implantation Cramps? Implantation cramps are often one of the earliest signs of pregnancy and occur when a fertilized egg attaches itself to the lining of the uterus. These ... READ MORE

10 creative pregnancy and newborn photo ideas
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Expecting a bundle of joy this year? Let's whip out the camera and make some memories! Did you know that around 360,000 babies are born every day? That rounds out to ... READ MORE

Constipation during pregnancy – What to do about it?
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Pregnancy causes several changes in your body. In such a situation, constipation is common during pregnancy for many different reasons. Often, it is one of the symptoms of pregnancy for ... READ MORE

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Toddler

10 expert-recommended Ways to Develop Self Control in Kids

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Self-control Self-control is a set of abilities that enable adults and children to control their behaviors, emotions, and thoughts to accomplish a goal. In a nutshell, it’s the ability to consider and pause before acting. For example, waiting in line, sitting calmly, and taking turns all necessitate self-control in seemingly basic ways. But on the […]

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Are toddler tantrum bad behaviour or a call for help?
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Bringing a child into this world is very painful. It is said that labor pain equals the pain of all 206 bones being broken together, Just what we have heard. ... READ MORE

Sunscreen Application Tips: Making Sun Protection Fun for Kids
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Sunscreen application doesn't have to be a battle—it can be a fun and educational experience for the whole family! Let's dive into some creative tips for making sun protection a ... READ MORE

15 Basic Social Skills for Kids And How To Develop Them
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As kids grow up, from the toddler age to the preschool age to the elementary school age, they learn many new things in their journey. They grab a whole lot ... READ MORE

Unlocking Early Reading Skills: Discover the Best Flashcards for Children’s Learning Journey
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Introduction: As an experienced teacher with 20 years of expertise, I have witnessed the power of flashcards in developing early reading skills in children. Flashcards are versatile and engaging tools ... READ MORE

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Big Kid, Toddler

Parenting habits that can slow down your child’s development

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Parenting habits have significant effects on your child’s development. Improvements in your kid’s physical growth are referred to as “development.” Changes in your child’s social, intellectual, behavioral, emotional, and communication skills are other factors. All of these areas of development are intertwined, and one is influenced by and reliant on the others. You’re always learning […]

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How can I make flash cards learning sessions engaging and interactive for my child.
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Understand the importance of making flashcard learning sessions engaging and interactive for children. Here are some effective strategies to create a stimulating and enjoyable flashcard learning experience: Make it Fun: Infuse ... READ MORE

Benefits of early to bed and early to rise – Health Tips
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It can quite difficult to get your kid to sleep. Here are a few ways to inculcate the habit of 'Early to bed and early to rise' among your children. ... READ MORE

How parents and teachers can help children in the fight against COVID-19 infection
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Many children develop symptoms of respiratory or gastrointestinal distress like fever, cough, cold, throat pain, severe body ache, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, and weakness when they come in contact ... READ MORE

Sensitive Skin Solutions: Hypoallergenic Sunscreens for Children
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Sensitive skin? No problem! When it comes to sun protection, there's no need to sacrifice safety for comfort. Dive into the world of hypoallergenic sunscreens, specially formulated to keep delicate ... READ MORE

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Baby, Kid Nutrition

7 Signs It’s Time to Wean Your Baby from Breast or Bottle

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Weaning is the process through which newborn transitions from breast milk to other sources of nutrition. Weaning your baby is a process that requires both you and your baby to be patient and understanding. It’s a personal choice when it comes to weaning. A mother’s decision may be impacted by a return to work, her […]

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5 Best Baby Diaper Brands in India
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Breastfeeding can improve blood sugar levels. Know how?
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Around 9 percent of women develop resistance to insulin during pregnancy, called gestational diabetes. A total of 40 lakh Indian women develop gestational diabetes with no history of diabetes in ... READ MORE

Signs of a Healthy Baby: Precautions to Follow During Pregnancy
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Colostrum: Your Baby’s First Superfood
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Things you should always tell your gynecologists

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Every woman has to see a gynecologist regularly to maintain her health. It’s important to know what’s healthy and what could suggest a problem regarding sexual and reproductive health. Your gynecologist has seen and heard it all, and they are there to assist you, not pass judgment. Be sincere and speak freely and frankly about […]

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Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas welcome baby via surrogate
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas and husband Nick Jonas on Saturday announced welcoming a baby through surrogacy Priyanka Chopra Jonas and husband Nick Jonas on Saturday announced welcoming a baby through surrogacy. ... READ MORE

International Women’s Day 8 March – History
Why 8 March? 19 March, the last Sunday of February, 15 April, and 23 February are among the key dates for the International Women’s Day movement. But where, then, did the 8th of March come from? Ask Julius Cesar and Gregory XIII! Before the Revolution, Russia had not yet adopted the Gregorian calendar, introduced by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582 to mitigate the errors of the Julian calendar, which owes its name to the Roman emperor, who had chosen it 46 years before the birth of Jesus Christ. The Gregorian calendar is used today in the large majority of countries. In 1917, 23 February in Russia thus corresponded to 8 March in the other European countries. It’s as simple as that!

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Kerala Plum Cake, Christmas Fruit Cake Recipe Step By Step

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5 Refreshing Drinks to Beat the Summer Heat and Keep Your Kids Hydrated
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Summer brings not only fun in the sun but also the need to keep our kids hydrated. As temperatures rise, it's crucial to ensure that children stay properly hydrated to ... READ MORE

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Pregnancy & Parenting QA

Some common birth control options that you must know about

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Tips for Birth Control

Birth control measures Both men and women can use birth control to avoid becoming pregnant. With the increase in technology, humans are offered a wide variety of options today. They could be a procedure, medicine, or device that helps women avoid getting pregnant. There are different types of birth control available, some for men and […]

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Can travelling lead to miscarriage? Here are precautions you need to take
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Travelling can be tiresome at times and most women avoid travelling long distances during pregnancy. The safety of the baby is a constant concern for the expectant mother while she is ... READ MORE

Why is my Child Not Eating?
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A child refusing to eat is a phenomenon that every mother has gone through at some point in time. This can get too frustrating for the caregiver and can force ... READ MORE

EATING CHOCOLATE DURING PREGNANCY IS GOOD?
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When a woman gets pregnant she starts to enjoy each moment of her pregnancy. One such enjoyable part of pregnancy is having different types of food cravings. A woman tends ... READ MORE

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Teenagers

How you can equip your teen for college during the pandemic

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Colleges play a critical role in a person’s development. It provides individuals with the opportunity and freedom to create a life for themselves, but the epidemic prevented this. Due to the new coronavirus, college students were forced to return home in March of 2020, and they have been finishing their coursework online ever since. Many […]

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Internet Safety Tips for Teens
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Navigating Teen Reproductive Health: A Parent’s Guide to Ensuring Reliable Online Information
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In today's digital age, teenagers are inundated with information about reproductive health from various online sources and social media platforms. While this accessibility can be empowering, it also presents challenges ... READ MORE

7 Important Adult Issues to Discuss with Your Child
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What do teenage girls need from their parents?
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