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Firework Safety Tips for Families
Fireworks and Safety When handled properly, fireworks can create dazzling displays that are fun for the whole family. Careless behavior

How to Help Your Family Eat Healthier
A challenge parents often face is preparing meals the entire family will enjoy. Many children are picky eaters, so cooking

Spring Break: Safety for Teens
For teens, spring break gets a major renovation around senior year of high school. This transformation takes place primarily because

Ways to Encourage Your Child to be Physically Active
Children & Exercise Regular physical activity is a way to lead a healthy lifestyle. However, getting our children to put

Physical Fitness For Preschoolers
Being physically fit is a good idea for everyone-even pre-school age children. Children who are inactive risk becoming overweight later

Teaching Your Child About Germs
Teaching young children about hygiene and germs isn't always easy, but it's important! Why? Understanding the connection between germs and

Baby Proofing Your Home
From the first day home from the hospital parents are concerned about their baby's safety. As your baby becomes more

Child Abuse: Sexual
Sexual abuse of children is more common than most people realize. One out of every four girls and one out
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