Parenting
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Teens are more stressed and anxious, but they don't know why. Here's how parents can help.Aug 12, 2017 7:30 am - The teenage years can be tough, marked with physical and emotional changes, new choices and responsibilities, and evolving relationships with the people who surround us....
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Disney aims to dominate children's programming with own streaming service
Aug 12, 2017 7:20 am - As adult television viewers increasingly opt out of traditional cable, streaming services are trying to entice their kids. Family-friendly programming is being dubbed a ...
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42 Disney apps are spying on your kids, lawsuit claims
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Doctor who wrote 'The Care & Keeping of You' offers boy book
Aug 07, 2017 7:00 am - NEW YORK (AP) - Attention boys: You will grow taller, sprout hair, sweat more, develop muscles, fight breakouts, acquire deeper voices and experience changes to your pri...
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Learning well: Plan for a healthy start to the school yearAug 06, 2017 7:40 am - Freshly sharpened pencils, glue sticks and other supplies top the back-to-school checklist for many families. Making sure children have everything they need to stay heal...
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How severe, ongoing stress can affect a child's brain
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Concussion - you just can't shake it offJul 30, 2017 7:20 am - Although the NFL always seems to be at the heart of the concussion controversy, there are other sports that also pose a concussion risk. You might be surprised to learn...
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When consuming caffeine, err on the side of moderationJul 29, 2017 7:30 am - Q: My teenager drinks a lot - I mean, a LOT - of soda and energy drinks. But I recently read that a teenager died after only three caffeinated drinks. How can this be? H...
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Year-round competitive sports and early specialization impact growing bones, jointsJul 23, 2017 7:30 am - Summertime means T-ball, Little League and other forms of competitive baseball for many youngsters. But for kids playing at younger and younger ages, competing at a high...
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Hoffman Estates offers immunization clinics for childrenJul 21, 2017 1:00 am - The village of Hoffman Estates will offer immunization clinics for children who are underinsured, uninsured, or have Medicaid Title 19 during August. Reservations and p...