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Parents and Tech: Is Your Phone Hurting Your Kids? July 1, 2019

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Developmental progress in infancy and childhood is heavily reliant on parent-child interactions.
Excessive smartphone use by parents can lead to distress in young children and discourage them from exploring their surroundings.
Children can act out when they feel as though they're competing with technology for their parents' attention.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged parenting, parenting tips, screen time, screens

Child Bedwetting Alarms and Other Interventions June 25, 2019

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Some longstanding parental strategies for correcting bedwetting simply do not work.
The "wait-and-see" approach can leave serious conditions undiagnosed.
Bedwetting that suddenly occurs after potty training may signal underlying conditions.

Posted in Child Behavior, Medical Conditions, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bedwetting, behavior, development, early childhood, parenting

Child Bribes vs. Rewards March 14, 2019

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Bribes teach children that they will be rewarded for acting out.
Rewards provide a well thought through incentive for doing a good job.
Rewards should be used to develop positive habits instead of dependence on the reward.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged behavior, parenting, rewards

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

Dealing with a Defiant Toddler January 26, 2019

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder is one of a group of externalizing disorders which include maladaptive behaviors.
It is normal for children to become oppositional at certain ages.
If you are struggling with a child who is aggressive, argumentative, or defiant, there are things you can do to improve the situation.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged Aggression, Anger, behavior, Defiance, parenting, stress, Timeout

Summer Chores for Kids May 31, 2018

Long summer days can mean extended veg-out sessions and messy houses
Without structure, summer break can become frustrating for parent and kids
Consider a schedule of chores to help structure the day, build skills, and increase bonding

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged chores, discipline, parenting, summer break

How can I protect my family from Zika virus? June 30, 2017

Mosquito season in Utah runs from mid-spring through early autumn.
Zika is primarily spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes, though the virus can also be spread through sexual contact.
Traditional mosquito bite avoidance methods are the most effective for preventing the spread of Zika.

Posted in Health Alerts, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged parenting, pregnancy, summer, zika

Helping your child deal with death, loss, and grief February 27, 2017

How your children grieve depends on their developmental stage and will change as they mature.
Don’t avoid conversations about death, but answer your children’s questions simply and honestly.
Allow your children to express their emotions and help them feel safe.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged empathy, grief, loss, parenting

Teaching parents how to cope with a child’s anxiety January 12, 2017

Effectively managing your own emotions will make it easier to respond to your child's anxiety.
Things like coping skills, mindfulness, support systems, and planning ahead can take a lot of the stress out of your life.
Remember not to take your child's behavior or anxiety personally.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Special Needs | Tagged anxiety, parenting, special needs

One Important Thing to Look for in a Pediatrician December 19, 2016

Report shows learning about child development and health has a measurable effect on outcomes.
Pediatricians are children's health experts that want to educate parents.
Well-child visits are an opportunity for parents to get information and strategies they'll soon need.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips | Tagged choosing a pediatrician, parenting, pediatricians

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