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Talking to Kids and Teens About Suicide July 18, 2022

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One of the best ways to prevent suicide is to talk about it.
Listening is a powerful tool to help kids sort and manage their emotions.
If you see signs of suicidal thoughts, seek professional help.

Posted in Child Behavior, Child Safety, Healthy Living for Kids, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged children, parenting, safety, suicide, suicide prevention, teens

Is my child ready for social media? May 18, 2022

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For most social media accounts, children should be 13 or older and be mature enough to make good choices online.
Commit to being proactive about your child’s use of social media.
Talk to your children about what is appropriate on social media and how to stay safe.

Posted in Child Safety, Parenting Articles & Tips, Teens | Tagged Instagram, internet safety, online safety, parenting, safety, Snapchat, social media, social media accounts, social media contract, social platforms, teens, TikTok, tweens

5 Moves to Help Your Older Child Bond with Your Newborn March 18, 2022

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Get your child’s help planning for the baby to aid the bonding process.
An older sibling’s role can build independence and love, if handled gently.
Involvement with childcare is a milestone in older children’s development.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged bonding, children, parenting, siblings, teens, tweens

My child says she’s now a vegetarian. What now? March 1, 2022

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Dietary changes aren’t always a bad thing.
Reasons for eating a vegetarian can be multifaceted.
There are several ways to accommodate plant-based diets at mealtime.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged diet, parenting, plant-based diet, teens, tweens, vegan, vegetarian

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

My child has ADHD. How can I make homework easier? October 12, 2021

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ADHD means kids learn differently, so different strategies are needed.
Counter-intuitive moves like more breaks, wearing headphones, or racing can help.
Play to your child’s strengths and be flexible within a consistent framework.

Posted in Child Behavior, Infants, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged adhd, first time mom, parenting, school, study strategy, teens

A New Perspective on Raising Flourishing Teens May 6, 2021

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Parents who promote positive behaviors rather than focusing on bad behaviors have flourishing teens.
Most positive behaviors stem from four foundational skills; self-control, self-esteem, values, and empathy.
Through careful parenting choices, teens can learn the skills needed to make good decisions.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Teens | Tagged behavior, empathy, self-control, self-esteem, teens, values

Resilience Series Part 1: Letting It Go January 7, 2021

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Teaching children and teens to evaluate situations will help alleviate stress and build resilience.
Being proactive and discussing potential sources of anxiety can help in future decision making.
Resilience is a skill, and like any skill, it can be strengthened through practice.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Teens | Tagged adulthood, anxiety, change, depression, disappointment, kids, parenting, parenting tips, resilient, skills, stress, teens, trauma

Tobacco Use in Students is on the Rise October 29, 2020

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A survey of Utah students in grades 8, 10, and 12 showed the percentage of teens who tried e-cigarettes rose to 12 percent.
The long-term effects of e-cigarettes have not been studied and there is no proof that they are safe.
E-cigarettes may pave the way for a more serious addiction to cigarettes.

Posted in Child Safety, Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles | Tagged e-cig, e-cigarettes and teens, teen health, teenagers, teens

What You Need To Know About The HPV Vaccine October 16, 2020

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HPV can lead to certain types of cancer, including cervical cancer in women and penile cancer in men.
The HPV vaccine is safe for children as young as 9 and can greatly reduce their risk of cancer.
Most insurance plans will cover the vaccination with no patient cost.

Posted in Immunizations, Teens | Tagged hpv, teenagers, teens, vaccination, vaccinations

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