Recognizing a Mental Health Crisis in Your Child
As parents, we put our children’s medical needs first. When our kids have a tummy ache or fever, we don’t hesitate to call the…
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Helping your child disconnect from technology
In the last few weeks, we have all been learning how to live online while being asked to remain at home. Whether it’s grocery…
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How to talk to your child about coronavirus
It’s reasonable for your child to feel anxious, stressed or sad about what’s happening around them. Their daily routine is being interrupted and it…
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9 things you can do to keep your kids entertained while stuck indoors
How can you keep your high-energy child occupied when you can’t leave the house? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are nine things…
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What is childhood obesity?
Childhood obesity is a debilitating disease that can affect children physically and mentally. As a child, it’s easy to gravitate toward snacks that come…
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Osteoporosis and kids: How to build healthy bones in childhood
With a new school year about to start, I’ve been thinking a lot about kids and their bone health. Osteoporosis is a disease that…
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Follow these safety tips for a healthy, happy summer
Summer is in full swing! With school out for the year and summer vacations on the calendar, there’s a lot to look forward to…
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Juuling: One year later
Last year, I wrote about the popularity of the Juul device among middle school students, high school students and young adults. Juuls, which look…
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AAMC earns award for dedication to improving care for opioid-exposed infants and families
Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) has achieved the “Center of Excellence in Education and Training” designation from the Maryland Patient Safety Center and Vermont…
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Breastfeeding: The first 2 weeks
Bonding with your baby is an incredible process that starts with hearing their heartbeat, feeling those first kicks and meeting them for the very…
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