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Parents Continuing to Give Young Children Cold Medicine, Despite Warnings

Published: 05/05/2013 in Health & Wellness

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A new poll of parents finds that more than 40 percent are giving their very young children over the counter cough and cold medicines to relieve cold symptoms, despite federal warnings against this.

Birthing YOUR Way: Labor and Delivery Trends

Published: 04/27/2013 by Calvin Hennick in Expecting!

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Standards of care in labor and delivery at Massachusetts hospitals have changed in recent years, from how medication is used to when doctors will induce labor to what happens to the baby immediately after birth.

Pure Guesswork: Not Picking Up on the Signs

Published: 04/14/2013 by Steve Calechman in Behavior

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Infant sign language is one of the many skills out there for new parents to learn. Here's a humorous look at whether it's necessary, from Boston Parents Paper columnist Steve Calechman.

Babies at the Dentist!

Published: 02/08/2013 by Deirdre Wilson in Health & Wellness

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Today's dentists want to start seeing children for the first time before they hit age 1. Oral health is crucial to overall physical health, and finding a good "dental home" for your child and family is just as important as finding a doctor.

Moving a Child from a Crib to a Bed

Published: 02/08/2013 in Behavior

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Wondering about moving your little one from a crib to a bed? Here's how to delay the move if you think your child isn't quite ready, and how to make the transition if he is.

Finding the Right Preschool for Your Child

Published: 11/02/2012 by Millicent Skiles in Child Care

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It's the time of year when parents are looking into preschool for their young children. Preschools in eastern Massachusetts are hosting open houses and offering tours. Here are some tips on selecting the right school for your child.

Get Preschoolers Moving!

Published: 10/19/2012 by Christina Elston in Child Care

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Preschoolers today aren't spending enough time at school being physically active, and a new study suggests that parents can do a lot more to change that.