Family Life
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February 06, 2012Facing The Unthinkable
When families are given a diagnosis of serious or terminal illness in their child, their lives change in an instant. They are thrown into grief. Several steps can be taken to assist them in moving through the process.
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December 05, 2011
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October 10, 2011
Choking Prevention
Choking is the leading cause of injury that results in death for children younger than one year of age. Parents must be aware of common choking hazards and take preventive measures to avoid a choking accident.
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September 26, 2011
Here Comes School Again With Its Demands!
September is here and so is school. Those extra curricular activities are great, but what priority do they become in your family?
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August 22, 2011
Liar, Liar, Pants On Fire
Sandra Smith discusses kids' lies, why children lie, and how to deal with persistent lying. -
August 01, 2011
The Myth of Simplification
Many of us live with the belief that life could be simple. We think that if we organized or balanced our many responsibilities and desires differently, life would be less complicated. Life is not simple There are tools we can use that will provide a greater feeling of simplicity which opens up the space for less stress and more joy.
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July 18, 2011
New Infant And Child Car Seat Recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics announces a new policy statement for the safety of infants, toddlers and children riding in motor vehicles.
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July 11, 2011
Please Ask The Right Question!
Most of us spend our entire lives asking ourselves one wrong question after another. This leads to frustration, non-achievement of goals and sometimes outburst behavior to others.
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June 06, 2011
Teaching Kids The Skill of Decision-Making
Teaching children to make wise decisions is part of effective parenting. Learning the skill begins in toddler hood. As children grow older, having the tools to make wise decisions helps them evaluate the choices they face.
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May 23, 2011What’s Up Doc?
1) The usage of infant car seats is sometimes mishandled. Let us understand the degree of danger this puts on our babies.
2) Household cleaning product-related injuries are still happening. We must not let our guard down in preventing them.