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Pandemic summer safety

All summer activities have risk, so you need to think about the potential risks to your family and what you can do to minimize them.

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Well visits are important, even during the pandemic

While it’s okay to skip vacations and playdates, medical well visits are not something that should be avoided during the pandemic.

little girl being picky eater

Feeding the “picky eater”

The following portion sizes and feeding guidelines may be helpful for parents of young children who are felt to be difficult or picky eaters.

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Maintaining healthy habits during the COVID-19 pandemic

Making a few simple modifications in your children’s eating and exercise routines may actually lead to positive changes for your children and your family.

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My toddler does not understand that her friends shouldn’t hit her. Help!

For young children, the best way to stop a behavior that you do not like is to provide positive attention and praise for the opposite of that behavior.