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Dental Care for your child
by: Lisa S. Jacob DDS, MS, Pediatric Dentistry

Taking good care of your child’s teeth is important because even “baby” teeth help your child chew food and speak clearly. Baby teeth also hold space so permanent teeth can grow in straight. For example if a baby tooth is lost too early, the teeth beside it may drift into the empty space. When it’s time for the adult teeth to come in, there may not be enough room, causing crooked or crowded permanent teeth. If you start your child off with good dental habits, your child will find it easier to keep those good habits forever.
Mom’s Medicine Chest for Y...
by: Amanda M. Garner PharmD

As a pharmacist, I witness the fear and frustration of many parents when their children get sick. One of the most common symptoms every parent deals with is fever. As a new Mom, I sympathize with all the first-time Moms out there, and I understand how frightening your child’s fever can be. I hope that by understanding a few simple facts about fever and how to treat it, the next time your child is feverish, you will have some peace of mind.
The Importance of Family R...
by: Marilee Blackwelder B.A.

Daily routines bring calm and order to the lives of children and parents. More importantly, they positively impact your children’s cognitive development. Routines that take into account children’s developmental stages and abilities promote self regulation skills, self confidence and positive behavior. By practicing a routine, children know what to expect and can predict what will happen next.

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Safe Sleep: Going From...
by: Juliette M. Brown MHS, CHES

Okay, do I have any fellow list-makers out there? Come on... I know you are out there... Some of you would qualify for "List-Makers Anonymous" if such a thing existed. Well, I confess, I make lists….a lot of lists. In fact, I’m convinced I’d be far less productive with out them. I make daily lists, weekly lists, party planning lists, vacation packing lists, and "honey-do" lists.