Parenting
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Vigil planned for Massachusetts teen who died after taking part in One Chip Challenge
Sep 08, 2023 1:00 am - WORCESTER, Mass. - The family of a teenager who died after eating an extremely spicy tortilla chip as part of a social media challenge will gather to remember the promis...
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What are some no-cost, screen-free activities for toddlersSep 01, 2023 11:00 pm - Most parents want to provide more for their children than their parents were able to do for them. But, have you ever noticed how kids tend to have fun with things as sim...
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Glenbard Parent Series speaker to share the benefits of self-loveAug 31, 2023 11:00 pm - On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the Glenbard Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present "The Path to Loving Ourselves: Self-Compassion and Self-Care for Turbulent Tim...
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The math problem: Kids are still behind. How can schools catch them up?
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Canine friends help kids' health, especially in the hospitalAug 27, 2023 7:15 am - Few parents would question the benefits a dog brings to their child's life. Exercise, a sense of responsibility, empathy, reduced anxiety and compassion are among just a...
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Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital opens Mothers' Milk Depot drop-offAug 23, 2023 11:00 pm - Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and Mothers' Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes are partnering to bring a new human milk drop-off depot to Geneva. This joint eff...
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Navigating conversations about underage drinking with teenagersAug 19, 2023 6:00 am - The "raising a teenager" phase brings its own unique set of obstacles and "firsts," including how to navigate their potential curiosities and behaviors around alcohol. ...
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The return of schedules: How parents can make the most of back-to-school energy
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Keeping kids safe: Police offer tips, as school year beginsAug 15, 2023 1:00 am - Attention drivers: put the phone down and keep an eye out for children. As young students begin another school year, police and safety agencies are reminding everyone ha...
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Orthopedic surgeon's tips on preventing back-to-school injuriesAug 12, 2023 7:00 am - The start of a new school year is just around the corner. And with so much to prepare, from buying school supplies to getting back into a routine, avoiding orthopedic in...