Pre-adolescents (from 10 to 12 years old)
Wondering what values are right for your family? Here’s where ...
You cannot teach your children what you cannot define. Read more to learn how to label your family’s values as an important first step raising h...
The link between social media and teen suicide
Social media was created to connect people and make exchanging information easier. Unfortunately there has been an unanticipated side effect, especial...
Why is teen pregnancy still happening? How to talk to your tee...
This blog post is the second in a series of two blog posts. It is recommended that readers begin with “Why is teen pregnancy still happening? What parents need to know (Part I)” b...
Is fruit juice really healthy for my kids?
Lots of parents are looking for ways to help their children eat more fruit as part of a balanced diet. Fruit juice manufacturers and marketing team...
Cyberbullying 101: A parent’s guide
Our children are growing up in the midst of a fully digital life. There are few areas that are not influenced by the Internet. Even som...
Why is teen pregnancy still happening? What parents need to kn...
By understand common developmental themes related to sexuality and reproduction throughout adolescence, parents will be able to adjus...
The importance of avoiding spanking as a child discipline method
Why physical discipline, such as spanking or slapping, is not advisable Specifically, spanking remains associated with increased odds of adult me...
New recommendations for babies, children and teens: How much s...
Technology and digital media are transforming children’s lives Our lives have been transformed by the digital media, wireless internet access, and the vast amount of information available on t...
When can my child return to school? Part One – Prevention ...
Not all illnesses require that a child be excluded from school. Some only require prevention to avoid spreading the illness to others. Learning some new information about how some illnesses spre...
To spank or not to spank? That is the question.
International pediatric groups provide clear recommendations about avoiding physical punishment in child discipline. However, for some parents spanking and swatting remains a common ...