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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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Illness Prevention & Management

Shortcuts and Quick Fixes That Could Land You in the ER

I get it: today’s world is crazy busy, and most people’s lives are fast-paced and full of important tasks. The internet is full of advice for ‘life hacks’ and ways...

Published on May 31, 2024

Illness Prevention & Management

Independence in Self-Care

When does a child become responsible for their own well-being, like health and personal hygiene? It’s a loaded question. The answer is personal and unique to each family. As parents,...

Published on May 20, 2024

Mental & Behavioral Health

Teaching Kids Independence in Mental Health

The ability to sense when something is off with our emotions and then proactively address the issue before it gets out of hand is a vital part of mental health...

Published on May 8, 2024

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Mental & Behavioral Health

When Children Make Poor Decisions

The older our kids get, the more we worry about the choices they are making and the effects of these decisions on their future lives. It’s a fine balance to...

Published on May 3, 2024

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Red Dye 40: A Pediatrician’s Perspective

In recent years, concerns about the effects of food additives, particularly Red Dye 40, have prompted many parents to scrutinize labels more closely. Red Dye 40, a synthetic color additive...

Published on April 29, 2024

Mental & Behavioral Health

Parenting The Spectrum: Understanding Neurodivergence

In today’s connected world, it’s more important than ever to work towards understanding each other. Understanding neurodiversity helps us to better engage and relate to one another and empowers parents...

Published on April 22, 2024

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Injury Prevention & Management

Healing is a Process: Injury Recovery Advice

When our kids get hurt, all we want to do is shield them from further harm and make them better. We also worry about the time they will take to...

Published on April 15, 2024

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Mental & Behavioral Health

Exam Stress: Management and Support

Pop quiz! Think back to your school days – were you the kid who dreaded these words? Or did you get excited at the prospect of testing out your skills...

Published on April 8, 2024

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Mental & Behavioral Health

Positive Behavior Management

Behavior management is likely one of the most difficult aspects of parenting. Helping our children make wise choices may sometimes involve conflict, and whether it’s about self-regulation or morality, we...

Published on April 5, 2024

Injury Prevention & Management

My Child Fell and Hit Their Head; Now What?

If you have a child, and they have a head – chances are good that at some point before they reach adulthood, they will fall and bump it. Although this...

Published on March 18, 2024