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Parenting

Head Lice Has Entered the Group Chat

Your child has just brought home the letter parents dread to receive – head lice is in their classroom. But we know our readers follow the #smartnotstressed philosophy, so like...

Published on October 11, 2024
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Injury Prevention & Management

Halloween Myths We Can Stop Heeding Right Now

Who doesn’t love a good scare? ‘Tis the spooky season, after all! Carved pumpkins, mysterious corn mazes, horror flick marathons – all these October traditions can be a great way...
Published on October 26, 2022
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Injury Prevention & Management

Wound Management: The Days After...

I put in a fair amount of stitches. I also decide NOT to put in stitches. Sometimes I use skin glue, and occasionally, I don’t close up a laceration at...
Published on October 3, 2019
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Illness Prevention & Management

Animal Bites

I’m an animal lover. Really, all kinds. I’m not especially grossed out by snakes or spiders, and I was the very proud owner of a guinea pig named “Marshmallow” when...
Published on September 19, 2019
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Illness Prevention & Management

Holiday Food Hazards

Hi! How’s your holiday season going? Have you been to a bunch of parties? Are all of your gifts bought? The celebrations are fun, aren’t they. I, for one, like...
Published on December 13, 2018
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