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what you need to know about measles

what you need to know about measles

What You Need to Know About Measles

Cases of the measles have been down in the United States since 2019, but the infectious viral disease should still be taken seriously.
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Healthy Halloween Snacks to Make with Your Kids

Halloween fruit snacks

Halloween fruit snacks

Want to take some of your kids' focus off of candy? Try these fun Halloween-themed snacks, all built around fruit.

Father in wheelchair reading story to daughter

Father in wheelchair reading story to daughter

Simple Tips for Getting Your Kids Reading Ready for School

If you feel like your kids were in the “summer slump” when it comes to reading, here are tips to get them on track this school year.

Pregnancy Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Young pregnant woman suffering from backache

Young pregnant woman suffering from backache

Women can experience physical and emotional changes during pregnancy, but some warning signs should not be ignored.

mom and daughter swinging

mom and daughter swinging

A Parent’s Guide to Dietary Discussions

Knowing how to talk to a child about their health is key to empowering them to make smart choices.

How to Bond with Your Baby Without Breastfeeding 

Loving biracial mom hug cute little baby child

Loving biracial mom hug cute little baby child

Breastfeeding is not the only way to connect and reinforce that bond with your baby.   Learn about other ways to bond with your baby.

Mother breastfeeds and plays with her newborn baby

Mother breastfeeds and plays with her newborn baby

The Truth About Breastfeeding and Weight Loss

Breastfeeding does burn a lot of calories, but expecting weight loss can set unrealistic expectations and get in the way of your relationship with your baby.

Breastfeeding Basics for New Moms

Mom breastfeeds newborn baby

Mom breastfeeds newborn baby

There are numerous benefits to breastfeeding an infant for both mom and baby. Here's what new moms should know about breastfeeding basics.

Little girl smiling on her first day of school

Little girl smiling on her first day of school

Helping Children Get Acquainted with a New School

A new school can be a hard transition for children, tweens and teens to navigate. Read up on ways to help your child build confidence this school year.

Essentials for Pumping and Storing Breastmilk

Young woman and her baby- sitting at the table with a breast pump

Young woman and her baby- sitting at the table with a breast pump

Pumping and storing breastmilk does take additional supplies and planning – but can help provide infants with many of the same benefits of direct breastfeeding.