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A study published in the journal Vaccine has identified an association between the flu vaccine and miscarriage. The finding of…
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By shifting my focus from protecting myself to helping my teenage daughter manage her angst, I learned to “not engage.”
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All that research and preparation goes out the window when you're face-to-face with your kid about to have "The Talk."
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All Parents Should Kick It Like Beckham
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Youth sports have become less about having a good time and getting exercise and more focused on competition. It's time…
Addicted to the Rush of Rushing? Your Chronic Lateness Might Be More Than a Bad Habit
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Depending on how chronic your pattern, you might actually be addicted to being late.
If Women Were Erased From Movies, How Much Would the Average Script Change?
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If you were to scan 1,000 random film scripts, you might notice a common trend: female characters are rarely central…
Why Honesty Is Good for Our Kids’ Health
Raising Kids
Lying is part of human nature. In fact, it's essential to children’s development and can even have some surprising benefits.
What Is the Children’s Health Insurance Plan, and Why Does It Matter
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Here is CHIP 101 – a brief overview of everything you need to know about this important program.
5 Expert Tips for Emotionally Healthy Sibling Relationships
Raising Kids
A sibling means having a companion, confidant, and advocate. It also means having someone who is always around when you’d…
