little boy in swimming pool

What is dry drowning?

With a scary sounding name and unclear facts surrounding its cause, many parents have questions about dry drowning and what preventative steps they can take to protect their children.

Cute brother and sister enjoying tablet at home

Q&A: Should parents limit how much time their children spend on their tech devices?

The bottom line is that parents do need to take charge and make informed decisions on how they’re going to let their children use tech devices, and for how long.

Girls getting their ears pierced

Is a tattoo parlor safer than the mall for ear piercing?

Dr. Yasmine Kirkorian answers a reader’s question about whether ear piercing is safer at a tattoo parlor or a mall kiosk.

Kid holding a basketball.

How much is too much when it comes to activities?

How to find the right balance when it comes to your kid’s activities.

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5 steps to good communication with your children

Knowing how to communicate is not always intuitive, but there are a few basic principles to keep in mind that can serve as a guide.