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Discover wellness tips for kids—from mental health support and safety to seasonal care and healthy habits—empowering families with expert guidance.

‘Tis the Season . . . for Hearing Protection

Over half of U.S. parents recently polled by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and YouGov said they plan to purchase

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Staying Hydrated in and out of School

It is important for children to stay hydrated when at home and at school since those two places are where

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How to Keep Kids Safe from Food Allergies

Was peanut butter and jelly a staple in your school lunchbox? If so, you might wonder why many schools, camps

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How to Stay Healthy this Flu Season

A healthy lifestyle goes beyond just eating well and getting enough exercise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), living a

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Your Teen Might Be Vaping: Here’s What to Do

According to the CDC, the number of middle and high school students using e-cigarettes rose from 2.1 million in 2017

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7 Steps to Teach Your Kids to Look Up When They Feel Down

All kids have cloudy days, but some get through them more easily than others. Although some people are naturally resilient,

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How to Navigate Speech and Language Services in Schools

It’s back-to-school time, which means a clean slate for many students (along with a satisfyingly pristine set of school supplies).

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How Much Water Do Your Kids Really Need?

Traditionally, you’ve heard it said that eight glasses of water is the recommended amount of water you need to drink

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Teach Your Kids to #BeCyberSmart

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a collaborative effort to raise awareness and provide education on ways to be safer online

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Hydration Motivation: Get Your Kids Excited About Drinking Water

We all need to drink more water. And if we want our kids to drink water, it starts with us.

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