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Do I Need to See the Doctor if I Have a Cold?

Do I Need to See the Doctor if I Have a Cold?

Do I Need to See a Doctor if I Have a Cold?

Most bouts with a cold can be handled at home, but other times you or your child’s body may send warning signs that professional medical help is needed.

How to Deal With the Loss of Your Pet

Close up view, portrait. Woman is with golden retriever dog at home

Close up view, portrait. Woman is with golden retriever dog at home

Losing a pet can be very difficult. They’re more than just animals. Often, they are beloved members of the family.

Improve your communication skills at home with these 5 tips

Improve your communication skills at home with these 5 tips

5 Easy Ways To Improve Your Speech at Home

Improve your speech at home with these 5 tips to help you speak more clearly and feel more confident in your communication skills.

How to Get Your Kids Excited About Produce

A Grandmother works with her daughter and grandchild to cut and prepare some fruit and vegetables

A Grandmother works with her daughter and grandchild to cut and prepare some fruit and vegetables

Getting your kids excited about produce has a lot to do with how parents approach it, and how you add in the fun. 

a 2 year old toddler gardening with watering can

a 2 year old toddler gardening with watering can

How to Teach Kids Easy Container Gardening in 4 Steps

Teaching kids container gardening can help them create a great relationship with fresh foods and healthy eating.

5 Simple Ways to Keep Your Preschooler Healthy

Preschoolers interacting in class

Preschoolers interacting in class

Keeping your preschooler healthy can be difficult. Check out these simple reminders to help strengthen their immune system and teach healthy habits.

World Autism Awareness day concept with puzzle or jigsaw pattern on heart with autistic child's hands supported by nursing family caregiver

World Autism Awareness day concept with puzzle or jigsaw pattern on heart with autistic child's hands supported by nursing family caregiver

Understanding Autism in Children

Know the signs of autism and when you should have your child screened.

Race to Recess: How Unstructured Play Helps Kids

Multi-ethnic group of little friends with toothy smiles on their faces enjoying warm sunny day while participating in soap bubbles show

Multi-ethnic group of little friends with toothy smiles on their faces enjoying warm sunny day while participating in soap bubbles show

Exercise has been proven to help kids in many ways. Check out some of the top benefits of unstructured playtime.

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.

Postpartum Depression: When to Seek Help

In doctor's waiting room, mother kisses baby's hand

In doctor's waiting room, mother kisses baby's hand

When it’s not the “baby blues,” certain symptoms following childbirth could be postpartum depression. Here’s how to tell the difference.