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Solitary Screen Time Can Increase Some Childhood Struggles, Study Shows

Parenting in the digital age means making a never-ending string of decisions about what screens and content to allow your child to access, and how … Read more

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: April 6, 2026

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Researchers Find How One “Forever Chemical” Can Change Your Baby’s Face

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: April 1, 2026

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The Truth About The Link Between Teen Diet & Mental Health (It’s Complicated)

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 31, 2026

Toddler Hits Themself - Dr Mona Explains What To Do

Does Your Toddler Hit Himself? Pediatrician Explains Why — And What To Do

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 30, 2026

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What It Means To “Get Your Pink Back,” And How You Can Do It

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 27, 2026

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Study Suggests New Dads Increased Depression Symptoms Hit Later In The First Year

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 23, 2026

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Teens Lives Are Online And So Is Their Peer Pressure According To A New Poll

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 23, 2026

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How Addressing Parental Stress Reduces Childhood Obesity

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 19, 2026

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Is Your Child An Orchid Or A Dandelion? Here’s What One Pediatrician Says

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 17, 2026

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New Study Links Dads’ Nicotine Exposure To Diabetes & Altered Liver Function In Offspring

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 14, 2026

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7 Choking Hazards Parents Can Easily Overlook

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 11, 2026

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Colin Gray Conviction Highlights Parental Duty In Kids’ Gun Access

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 3, 2026

Are You Salting Your Kids? The Wild Trend That Some Claim Boosts Immune System

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 2, 2026

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No One Talks About The Drop-Off: What The First Weeks Postpartum Are Really Like

Written by: Renee Reynolds

Published on: February 28, 2026

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Instagram Introduces Parental Alerts For Self-Harm Content

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 27, 2026

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Does Your Child Need Speech Therapy? New Research Identifies Red Flags

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 24, 2026

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Eating Disorders In Boys Can Be Overlooked, Here’s What To Watch For

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 24, 2026

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How Experts Say You Should Talk To Your Child About Periods

Written by: Layne Gibbons

Published on: February 22, 2026

What To Expect From Children At Different Ages

This Therapist Tells Parents What To Expect From Kids At Every Age

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 21, 2026

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If These Noises Upset Your Kids, Pay Attention

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 20, 2026

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Postpartum Healing: How To Recover From Newborn To 1 Year

Written by: Layne Gibbons

Published on: February 20, 2026

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Study Confirms Parental “Gut Feeling” Is A Strong Diagnostic Tool

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 20, 2026

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New Study Examines Link Between Teen Anxiety & Sweet Drinks

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 19, 2026