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girl lying on the floor with her dog

Kids and pets

May 30, 2019/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Pets, Right Feature /by Rise and Shine

Helping your child feel comfortable with and gain the skills to interact with pets is a life-long gift.

Girl thinking she's fat

Addressing body image concerns in teens

May 28, 2019/in 13-18 years, Eating and Nutrition, Eating Disorders, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Healthy Eating, Infections and Illness, Parenting, Right Feature, Self-Esteem /by Rise and Shine

The media’s push towards a specific “ideal image” can become a dangerous and sometimes life-threatening one.

girl holding smartphone and using social media

Social media tips for parents

May 20, 2019/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Online, Parenting, Right Feature, Safety, Technology /by Rise and Shine

We’ve put together some social media tips for parents to help you and your kids navigate the online world.

girl preparing barbecue in the garden

Fire safety tips for grilling season

May 15, 2019/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Holidays, Infections and Illness, Safety, Summer Safety /by Rise and Shine

When the weather is nice, we fire up the grill. To help keep your family safe, we’ve compiled some safety tips for grilling season.

little girl having a tantrum in bed

How do I deal with a child who screams constantly?

May 10, 2019/in 6-12 years, Discipline, Family Life, Parenting, Q&A Forum, Right Feature /by Rise and Shine

Early childhood mental health expert Leandra Godoy, PhD, helps a reader cope with a child who screams constantly.