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Being a calm parent helps children learn to stay calm too
To be honest, being a parent can test one’s patience. The stress of daily life and the needs of our children can be overwhelming at times. Additionally, our personality and characte...
Deanna Marie Mason
19 of July, 2018
Tips to stay calm when everything seems to be going out of con...
Being a parent can be tremendously stressful. The constant struggle of getting everyone settled and managing the day-to-day needs of the family can feel o...
Deanna Marie Mason
5 of July, 2018
Is fruit juice really healthy for my kids?
Lots of parents are looking for ways to help their children eat more fruit as part of a balanced diet. Fruit juice manufacturers and marketing teams have spent a lot of time and money ...
Deanna Marie Mason
21 of June, 2018
Ouch! Helpful hints to manage summer’s insect bites
As the days grow long and warm, our families begin enjoying all the beauty of nature. Summer is a time full of outdoor activities such as pi...
Deanna Marie Mason
7 of June, 2018
Why fathers are important during the first year of life
There are so many changes that happen after the birth of a baby. Parents often feel overwhelmed with the beauty of their child and with all of the care needs of their baby. Historically, moth...
Deanna Marie Mason
17 of May, 2018
Why is teen pregnancy still happening? What parents need to kn...
By understand common developmental themes related to sexuality and reproduction throughout adolescence, parents will be able to adjust their messag...
Deanna Marie Mason
19 of April, 2018
The importance of avoiding spanking as a child discipline method
Why physical discipline, such as spanking or slapping, is not advisable Specifically, spanking remains associated with increased odds of adult mental and behavioral hea...
Deanna Marie Mason
15 of March, 2018
Every word you say builds your child’s brain: The importance o...
Talking to your baby can have lifelong benefits All parents know the intense joy of seeing their infant examining their face while they coo and chatter to their baby. As babies grow, p...
Deanna Marie Mason
15 of February, 2018
New recommendations for babies, children and teens: How much s...
Technology and digital media are transforming children’s lives Our lives have been transformed by the digital media, wireless internet access, and the...
Deanna Marie Mason
18 of January, 2018
How to really get your baby to sleep through the night: A no n...
There is a safe and effective way to teach your baby to sleep through the night Frequent infant night waking can be detrimental to ...
Deanna Marie Mason
4 of January, 2018
