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Start Strong: Morning Rituals for Energized Kids

Oct 31, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Intentional morning routines with balanced nutrition, gentle movement and prep the night before help kids feel calm, focused and school-ready.

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The Power of a Gratitude Journal for Kids

Oct 30, 2025 06:00AM

In a world that moves fast—with schoolwork, sports, social pressures and screens competing for attention—helping children pause and reflect is one of the greatest gifts we can give them.

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Toddler-Friendly Mindfulness Activities: Simple and Interactive Games To Nurture a Developing Mind

Sep 30, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Playful mindfulness games help toddlers develop emotional regulation, self-awareness and attention by engaging their senses through movement and imagination.

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After-School Activities or Overload: Finding the Balance for Your Child

Aug 30, 2025 06:30AM

In today’s fast-paced, achievement-driven world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of packing our children’s schedules with seemingly endless after-school activities—soccer on Mondays, music lessons on Wednesdays, tutoring on Thursdays and dance on Fridays—with homework squeezed in between and dinner eaten in the car.

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Childhood Friendships: How To Support a Kid’s Social Development

Aug 29, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Supporting children’s friendships means modeling calm, emotional presence and letting kids navigate social growth with empathy and trust.

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Listening to Kids Without Judgment: Nurturing Habits of a Harmonious Family

Jul 31, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Empathetic listening and calm presence nurture emotional resilience in children, promoting harmony and trust in today's digitally complex family dynamics.

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The Power of Outdoor Play: Expanding a Child’s Development With the Help of Mother Nature

Jun 30, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Outdoor play fosters emotional resilience and cognitive skills, with nature’s sensory-rich environments shown to lower stress and boost attention in children, including those with ADHD.

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Staying Active With Dad: Three Fathers Share Their Stories

May 30, 2025 09:23AM ● By Megy Karydes

Fathers modeling physical activity through playful, shared movement help build lasting bonds, healthier habits and stronger emotional connections with their children.

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Empowering Teenage Girls: Gentle Strategies to Encourage Joy and Self Esteem

Apr 30, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Supportive environments, mindful social media use, and emotional self-care strategies foster confidence and resilience in teenage girls.

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Cooking With Kids: Health Benefits and Life Lessons in the Kitchen

Mar 31, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Preparing meals with children teaches life skills, encourages healthier eating habits and strengthens family connections.

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Raising Earth-Conscious Kids: 5 Ways to Teach Children to Care for the Planet

Mar 31, 2025 09:00AM

In a world where climate change, pollution and deforestation threaten the health of our planet, it has never been more important to instill a sense of environmental responsibility in the next generation.

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The Well-Adjusted Teenager: Tips To Relieve Stress and Support Resilience

Feb 28, 2025 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Mindfulness, healthy habits and reduced screen time may help teens manage stress and build resilience.

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Optimizing Fertility Through Nutrition

Feb 28, 2025 08:15AM

Fertility rates in the United States have been steadily declining.

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Trends in Child Dentistry: Tech Advances Improve Treatment Outcomes

Jan 31, 2025 09:23AM ● By Claire Stagg, DDS, MS, FAACP

Innovative technologies like lasers and aligners are transforming children’s dental care with safer, more effective solutions.

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Secrets to a Joyful Childhood: Building a Family That Laughs and Loves Together

Dec 31, 2024 09:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Cultivate joy at home with gratitude jars, family dance parties, outdoor fun, and mindful togetherness. Strengthen bonds and boost resilience through shared, meaningful activities.

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