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Parenting Pointers - What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Children on Social Media

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Murthy says while we don’t yet know the full impact on our young people, there are “ample indicators that social media can also have a profound risk of harm to the mental health and wellbeing of children and adolescents.” That’s why it’s up to parents to intervene and help them develop healthier habits around their social media use.

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Parenting Pointers: Helping Our Teens

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A shocking new report by the CDC confirms what many parents already suspected: Teenage girls are in crisis. Besides the unprecedented rise in suicidal behavior, the report shared other grim findings on sexual violence, substance misuse, depression, and other mental health woes. It’s that we feel so helpless to do anything about it.

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Parenting Pointers - Mother of All Baby Showers

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Events remain focused on the needs of expectant and new parents, and as current events, health trends and baby gear changes, MOABS has evolved too. I wanted to connect expectant and new parents in a unique, fun celebratory way, for aka adults-only and in the evening, to resources, experts, education and each other.

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Parenting Pointers: Balancing Warm Sleep with Safe Sleep for Infants

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This winter may be particularly difficult for some families with infants, as they face plummeting temperatures and rising heating costs and wonder how to keep their baby warm yet in a safe sleep environment. This sleep space should be in the same bedroom as the parents, but not in the same bed. Thanks for reading!

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Healthy Habits: How to Promote Healthy Living for the Whole Family

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Image via Pexels Parents of children today face extra challenges when it comes to teaching their kids how to make good decisions, especially concerning their health. Time Outside Spending time outdoors can be beneficial for both physical and mental health.

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Parenting Pointers: Tips for a Screen-Free Holiday

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But it can also be a great opportunity to establish new habits, spend more quality time with family, and set intentions for the new year. Everyone in the family can make their own list, and then together you can work towards completing them. Some families take a “digital Sabbath” once during a weekend.

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Healthy Habits: Supporting Families with Autism Spectrum Disorder During the Holidays

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For families with Autism Spectrum Disorder children, the holidays can be a complicated time. For many, the idea of gathering with friends and family is a welcome one, but they may worry about ensuring gatherings are comfortable for their ASD child. If the family is traveling to your house, send photos of your home before their visit.

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