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An analysis of 20 years of research shows that there is no long-term behavioral benefit to the physical punishment of children. Parents and physicians should work together to find more constructive ways of providing discipline, suggest experts with the University of Manitoba and the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
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Breastfed babies may cry more, but there are many health benefits associated with breastfeeding. Hang in there, moms!
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Every parent knows their child needs a variety of fruits and vegetables, especially early i life. But, getting them to eat them is another story. Cornell University researchers found what appeals to adults, doesn't appeal to kids. For children, it's important to have plenty of color on the plate and the arrangement matters too.
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As childhood obesity becomes the biggest threat to our young children, study shows parents are more uncomfortable discussing their child's excessive weight than having a chat about drugs and alcohol.
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A high quality relationship between a mother and her toddler might help prevent obesity later in life. According to a new analysis, toddlers with a strong maternal bond were found to be less likely to be obese by age 15, compared to those with low-quality mother; toddler relationships.
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While women are catching up with men in both jobs and pay, men are catching up with the ladies at the home front. According to research by Aviva, one-in-seven fathers are the primary caregiver of children. Are moms at risk of dads surpassing them on parenting? One experienced stay-at-home dad hypothesizes that the answer is "yes" and that it’s for the good of mothers and their children.
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In her new parenting book, "Take a Deep Breath: Clear the Air for the Health of Your Child" (World Scientific Publishers), Dr. Shapiro explains all the puzzling and oftentimes distressing breathing patterns children have throughout development.
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If your child was born premature, he or she may be at risk for behavioral and/or emotional problems once they reach preschool age, according to a new study published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood. Apparently, leaving the womb a few weeks early increases a child’s tendency to experience aggression, attention disorders, and other behavior problems.
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TODAY Show nutrition expert Joy Bauer lists the eight ways we as parents are making our children fat through well-meaning—but faulted—attempts to get our children to eat in conjunction with habits that are detrimental to a healthy lifestyle. A summary of Ms. Bauer’s list will show you some of the more common mistakes we make and how to fight the war against fat in our children as well as in ourselves.
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Becoming a dad for the first time is found to make boys behave better. In a 19 year study, researchers found men who engage in risky behaviors smoked less, committed fewer crimes and drank alcohol less. The study is the first to measure the impact of fatherhood on improved behaviors.
