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The Blended Family: Tips for Creating a Successful Stepfamily

Apr 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Therapists and blended-family veterans offer advice for healthy relationships in stepfamilies.

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Nature Speaks: Storytelling Connects Kids to the Natural World

Mar 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Weaving storytelling into nature programs helps children understand their outdoor experiences and develop an appreciation for wilderness.

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Beyond Picky Eating: Help for Pediatric Eating Disorders

Feb 28, 2022 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Children of any gender and age can be afflicted with anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other conditions unique to younger kids, but holistic solutions can help with childhood eating disorders.

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Parents as Role Models: How to Help Kids Discover Positive Behaviors

Jan 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

With awareness, planning and strategic modifications, parents can use modeling to instill in their kids good habits, positive attitudes, healthy emotional intelligence and strong self-esteem.

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Zen Zone for Kids: Create the Perfect Calm-Down Corner at Home

Dec 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Creating a calm space in the home for kids to decompress can help children become centered and manage their emotions in a healthy manner.

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The Best Books for Kids: Gift Choices that Can Open Up Worlds

Nov 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Gifting kids books is a perfect way to encourage childhood reading. Here are tips for selecting the best children's books.

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Mindfulness for Stressed Teens: School Programs Teach Healthy Coping Skills

Oct 29, 2021 09:30AM ● By Erin Lehn

One of the most beneficial ways to help teenagers cope with the stress of these tumultuous adolescent years is through mindfulness education, helping them become calm and centered.

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Talking to Kids About Climate Change: What They Need to Know from Those They Trust

Sep 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Children are hearing about the effects of climate change through the media or living through them in their own neighborhoods. Here are ways to calmly talk to kids about the climate crisis.

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Creative Kids: How to Nurture Imagination

Aug 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

How parents can provide children an environment that encourages curiosity and exploration to help build the creative skills critical to personal and planetary survival.

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Back-to-School Wellness: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy

Jul 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Parents can ensure children’s health and well-being as they go back to school with these tips for kid's healthy food, family communication, adequate sleep and more.

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