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Tag: Middle Childhood

Family

4 fun summer activities for kids

Minimize screen time and maximize active fun this season.

Mom and daughter reading book in bed
Family

Is melatonin safe for kids?

Melatonin can help reduce interrupted sleep. Check with a doctor before use, especially in children.

should kids where a winter coat in their car set
Family

Winter coats are dangerous in car seats

Bulky coats give the false impression your child is snugly strapped in his car seat.

Snow Day Activities
Family

10 easy, fun snow day activities

The children have been out of school for days. Need new ideas for keeping them busy?

Sledding
Family

Enjoy the snow, but read this before going sledding

Excitement over flurries can overtake common sense; remember to sled safely on the snow.

Family with flu shots
Cold & Flu

Children’s flu: Five things to know this season to prevent complications

The flu is common, but for some children, complications can be serious. Children under 5 and children with certain underlying conditions are at higher risk for flu complications.

Closeup of a Latino woman embracing her teenaged son
Mental Health

Screening for suicidal thoughts in young teens with autism

Health care providers should offer a second tool to screen these teens for suicide risk.

Grade-school-aged girl asleep holding a blanket and wearing a pink sleep mask.
Sleep

5 ways to help your child get their best sleep

There's so much that can interfere with a child's sleep. Here's how to help.

fall family fitness
Family

10 outside-the-box ideas for fall family fitness

Stay active outdoors as a family this autumn season.

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