Teen
Buying Guidelines for Safe and Fun Toys
Who'd have thought a cute plush puppy could cause choking? Or that dinosaur claw gloves could poke an eye? You know the little boy in your life would love the toy sword but think twice.
The Pain Brought on by Opioids
Massachusetts is facing a growing epidemic of opioid addiction and overdose deaths.
Toddler and Tablets
We're living in a technological age; it's all around us. So it only makes sense that children, toddlers and even infants are exposed to iPads, smartphones and tablets at a high rate.
6 Ways to Reduce Injuries in Youth Sports
Fall sports are underway. Kids and teens are gearing up for football, cheering, hockey and a slew of other sports. Here are six ways to reduce injuries in youth sports.
- Wear proper equipment: Find out what appropriate protective gear your child may need in their sports.
3 Tips to Avoid Infections in Simple Cuts and Scrapes
Playing outside is a normal part of growing up.
The Joys of Family Gardening
Guest Blogger: Khwaja Hussain, MD, primary care provider
Spring evokes many emotions for any gardener. All the plans made over a year need to be implemented in a burst of activity over just a few weeks.
Debunking Childhood Myths
Your parents said them to you, and now you may catch yourself saying them to your kids - childhood myths. "Gum will stay in your stomach for seven years." "You'll hurt your eyes if you read in the dark." How about the five-second rule?
Ready or Not, Hospital Here We Come!
As a parent, you might picture your child's first hospital experience in your mind. Maybe you imagine your child calmly holding still, everything goes smoothly, life is grand, and you are eating ice cream on the way home.
Balanced Breakfasts Fuel Children's Brains and Bodies
We've all heard the saying, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." This is especially true for children as it is the perfect time to refuel in the morning to prepare for the school day. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, kids who eat breakfast are more focused, perform better in school, are better able to manage their weight, and eat healthier overall compared with those who don't eat breakfast.
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