Category: Parenting

A little girl sleeping.

Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?

Melatonin is a naturally produced hormone in the human body. It helps us sleep; however, falling asleep can still be challenging at times. This post addresses whether giving Melatonin to children is safe.

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Helping Empathy to Grow

Empathy is being able to put yourself in the shoes of another. It is an act of kindness that make someone’s day. Teaching your child to experience and express empathy can be done in the home by recognizing emotions and naming them.

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A mother applies sunscreen to child's nose.

Just What the Doctor Ordered: Sunshine (with a Side of Sunscreen)

We love the summer because of the sunshine and warm weather. It’s the perfect time for children to run and play. Sun exposure can be beneficial but often causes sunburn. Knowing which kind of sunblock to use and when to use it can prevent that burning, stinging pain. Here are some tips to prevent and soothe sunburn.

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