In some ways, the internet is safer than “real life” socializing – after all, your teen is not outside on the street after dark; he or she is camped out in front of the computer in your own home. But the internet also poses certain dangers. Teens’ personal information can be obtained and their identities […]
Continue readingWhen parents see that their child has a fever, then they know the child is “really” sick. Fevers are a confirmation of sorts, letting us know that our child does have a legitimate illness. Should a fever be treated? Is it a problem? What are the treatment options? Here are some of the treatment options […]
Continue readingReading is key to learning. It’s one of those basic skills that, if never mastered, will affect a child’s entire academic career. While experts generally agree that pushing children to read very early is not a good idea, you can set the stage for your child to succeed in reading. Here are some smart ways […]
Continue readingOnce a routine procedure during hospital vaginal births, episiotomy is now being questioned more and more by patients and health professionals alike. In fact, the general consensus after about twenty years of research is that episiotomy is not necessarily indicated in all births as a routine procedure. What Is an Episiotomy? During a vaginal delivery, […]
Continue readingThe holidays are such a festive time that sometimes it’s easy to lose track of spending. Then you get the bills. What can you do to get that debt paid down? Here are some tips on how you can start paying back holiday debts. Face It This can be difficult. After all, you bought the […]
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