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Children who have younger siblings before they reach first grade may be less likely to become obese, new research suggests. If they are between the ...
Read More »When Younger Sibling Arrives Before 1st Grade, Kids Less Likely to Be Obese
Tablets, Phones Often Used to Pacify Difficult Kids
Some parents use mobile phones and tablets to calm young children with behavioral problems, a new study finds. “We know that parents of babies and ...
Read More »Elementary Math, Spelling Scores Increase With ‘Physically Active’ Lessons
Schoolchildren may have an easier time learning if exercise is part of their math and spelling lessons, a new study suggests. Dutch researchers found that ...
Read More »Cell Phones and Emotion Play Huge Roles in Distracted Driving Car Crashes
In a finding that demonstrates how crucial it is to pay attention when behind the wheel, researchers report that video taken inside cars showed drivers ...
Read More »How To Give Your Child Healthy Teeth and Gums
There are a number of things parents can do to help their children enjoy a lifetime with healthy teeth and gums, a dental expert says. ...
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