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To vaccinate or not? Childhood immunizations are a hotly debated topic among parents

What is ADHD?

March 31st, 2011 by Zoey L

The terminology for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be as confusing as the condition itself. The term ADHD is interchangeable with AD/HD, ADD, or ADD/ADHD. All of them are the result of an actual brain abnormality. This condition is divided into three types: Attention Disorder, Hyperactive-Impulsive Disorder, and a combination of the two. They all stem [...]

Sunburn & Sun Safety Tips

March 30th, 2011 by Zoey L

Fun in the Sun: Five Strategies for Protecting Skin From Ultraviolet Damage Summer vacation is a time for outdoor activities and fun in the sun for most families. Children especially love playing outside and soaking up the sun during these warm summer days. Parents should be cautious, however, since the sun’s ultraviolet rays can cause [...]

Signs of Sexual Abuse

March 30th, 2011 by Ron S

Discovering that sexual abuse has taken or is taking place is something no one wants to experience, but at the same time parents and others must keep their eyes open and stay informed on potential signs of abuse in the children around them. There are numerous signs that one can look for, and although the [...]

Forward Facing Only Car Seats

March 30th, 2011 by Ron S

Times certainly have changed for parents. While it was quite possible that you regularly rode in a car unrestrained as a youth, modern parents would not even think about traveling with a young child without a properly designed and installed car seat. Car seats save lives according to carefully documented statistics. Just in 2010, studies [...]