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Schedule your child's back-to-school physical before fall
School will be starting again soon. Learn why it's a good idea to schedule a back-to-school physical now to ensure your child's physical and mental health.
Helping your children prepare for a COVID-19 test
The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful for families — especially if your child is upset about having a COVID-19 test. The good news is that there are things you can do to help your child prepare.
Clean up your hand-washing skills
Help your kids clean up their hand-washing skills before school starts. Here are some tips and a coloring sheet to get them motivated.
Social media risks: Tips to keep your children safe
Social media is a fun, easy way for kids to connect with friends. Because younger kids are joining in, it's important to teach them that even though social media is fun to use, there also are risks. Learn how to keep your children safe on social media.
Emotional exhaustion during times of unrest
2020 has been a year full of change and trauma. You may be wondering what's next. As events unfold, you may begin to feel irritable, struggle to motivate yourself or just feel stuck. You're emotionally exhausted. Learn what it is and what you can do regain a sense of well-being.
Play! It's good for your family's health
With summer in full swing and seemingly unlimited opportunities for kids to play, it’s a good time to remember that play isn’t just fun — it’s the foundation for healthy growth.
4 tips for temper tantrums
We’ve all been there. Your toddler is having a meltdown in the middle of the grocery store aisle. What do you do now? These 4 tips may offer some techniques you haven’t tried yet.
5, 4, 3, 2, 1: Countdown to make anxiety blast off
Everyone feels anxious now and then. But there are things you can do to minimize those feelings.
The art of kindness
Kindness is a quality of being. The act of giving kindness often is simple, free, positive and healthy.
8 tips to develop children's curiosity
Curious children are more likely to learn and retain information, and stay involved and do better in school. Get 8 tips to nurture and develop children's curiosity, and have fun exploring with your family.
10 ways to manage COVID-19 symptoms at home
With stay-at-home orders, now is the time to focus on minimizing exposures and spread of COVID-19. One way to accomplish this is by managing any new viral symptoms at home. What does that mean?
COVID-19 and spiritual life: Controlling anxiousness in your family
Has the stress level risen in your home? Here are 3 spiritual health tips you can try to lower anxiety levels in your family.