Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence

Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.

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Negative Effects of Computers on Children

Today's computers have changed the lives of children of all ages. While this technology can be an amazing thing to enjoy and use for learning and entertainment, it can also have sometimes unseen effects on your child’s health and development.

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Bad Posture in Children

Getting a child to quit slouching and stand up straight is a common struggle for parents. A child’s poor posture not only looks bad, but also affects her health both today and down the road.

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Should Babies Sleep in Playpens?

Playpens and play yards are convenient enclosed places for parents to place a baby while taking care of household tasks, but experts warn that you should only put your baby to sleep in a playpen while you are nearby and after you have taken precautions to ensure your baby’s safety in order to help prevent injuries or p

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Is It Normal for Newborns to Lose Their Hair?

Caring for your new baby will probably hold surprises, but one situation you can prepare for is hair loss. Whether she starts with a full head of hair or just a bit of fuzz, she might lose some or all of it after birth.

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Are Competitive Sports Bad for Kids?

With 7.7 million teens on high school sports teams and millions more children in club sports for all ages, kids are involved in competitive sports now more than ever.

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