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Trick-or-Treating Safety Contract October 21, 2022

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Guidelines for children and parents to follow to avoid Covid-19.
Many parents don’t talk to their kids about safety every Halloween.
Use a Trick-or-Treating Safety Contract as a memorable and effective way to remind children how to be safe.

Posted in Child Safety, Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged costumes, halloween, holidays, middle childhood, safety, trick or treating, tweens

Staying Home Alone: How Old is Old Enough? May 25, 2022

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Utah law doesn’t dictate an age when kids are ready but leave it up to parental discretion.
Look for signs that your child is responsible—homework, hygiene, etc. to know if they may be ready to stay home alone.
Set your child up for success by prepping them and your home for a successful outcome.

Posted in Child Safety, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged development, home alone, middle childhood, tweens

My child is in a confidence slump. What is going on? January 27, 2022

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Understanding childhood milestones will help identify why your child is in a confidence slump.
It may be difficult to reach your teen who struggles, but it is not impossible.
Provide opportunities and teaching moments to help build confidence.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged confidence, kids, middle childhood, parenting, self-esteem, teens, tweens

Talking About School: Getting Your Child To Open Up October 15, 2020

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Asking your children open-ended questions encourages a more detailed response.
Some children need a little time after they get home from school to open up.
Be respectful of your children’s feelings and don’t try to solve their problems for them.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged communication, middle childhood, parenting, school, teens, tweens

Raising Bully-Proofed Kids March 12, 2019

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Victims of bullying can suffer from health and mental health problems like headaches, sleeping problems, depression, anxiety, and even thoughts of suicide.
Those who are most likely to be bullied include children with an autism spectrum disorder, a food allergy, or who are perceived as different or weaker than their peers.
Parents can help their children by teaching them how to avoid becoming a target, how to stick up for themselves and others, and how to develop a strong sense of self.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bully, bullying, middle childhood, parenting, school, teens, tweens

How can I help my child with their weight? December 18, 2018

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Childhood obesity has become a widespread problem in the U.S.
Methods of dealing with obesity vary by age, but all require active parental engagement.
Support from a healthcare professional is vital at every stage..

Posted in Medical Conditions, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged exercise, middle childhood, nutrition, teens, tweens, weight, weight management

8 Ways to Tame the Screen Time Beast December 4, 2018

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Too much screen time has been linked to numerous wide-ranging side effects.
Setting time limits and monitoring them isn't easy—even with devices made to assist. Instead, try practical limits.
When breaking a habit, it helps to fill the void with positive things like sports, books and physical play.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged middle childhood, screen time, teens, tweens

Talk to your child about drinking as early as 9 years old June 28, 2016

Article at a Glance The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you talk to your child about the dangers of drinking as early as 9 years old. Help your children understand the dangers of drinking and teach them “media literacy” techniques. Because teens and children are smaller than adults, it takes fewer drinks for them … Continue reading “Talk to your child about drinking as early as 9 years old”

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged alcohol, middle childhood, substance abuse

When there is a louse in your house March 7, 2016

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Lice are highly contagious and have a reputation for spreading quickly in places like schools and daycare.
Lice is spread by head-to-head contact and by sharing personal items, not because you are dirty.
The best way to get rid of lice is by acting quickly and being thorough.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles | Tagged lice, middle childhood, school

Paintball, airsoft, and BB guns less safe than believed February 22, 2016

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Study finds permanent eye injuries—including eye removal—not an uncommon outcome when children play with pellet style guns.
American Academy of Pediatrics and toy gun manufacturers stress the need for constant supervision and approved eye protection.
Toy guns can be confused for real guns and should be treated with the same safety rules.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged guns, middle childhood, safety, teens, tweens

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