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Understanding sexual orientation and gender identity

A child’s gender identity may change as they become pre-teens and teens with influence from their social environment and through self-reflection.

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Healthy eating: why it’s time to stop cleaning your plate

Health experts agree that enforcing a “clean your plate” rule — regardless of a child’s age — isn’t always good for healthy eating.

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The COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months and older: FAQs

Even if children have already had COVID-19, they should still receive the vaccine once they have recovered from the illness.

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What’s the right allowance for your child?

Think about the lessons you want your child to learn and pick an allowance structure that supports that.

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Asthma flare-ups: what you need to know

Asthma flare-ups occur when the airways tighten in reaction to triggers such as pollen, dust, smoke or exercise.