Mood swings are normal during the teenage years. Your teen may hug you one minute and then stomp away the next – with barely any provocation. So, what can a parent do? Let’s talk about some of the ways in which you can best handle the awkward moments in your teenager’s life, and where your
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Children may be equipped with a robust innate immune system, but it doesn’t mean they are not vulnerable to diseases and disorders that can have a detrimental impact on their growth, development, and overall health and well-being. That is why aside from routine well-child exams, your pediatrician may, from time to time, recommend blood tests—to
Read MoreContraception for Teens: What You Need to Know
Sexual development is a milestone in a child’s life that can begin as early as age ten. While some of the most notable signs of puberty tend to occur later in the teen years, children should learn about sexual health at the onset of this developmental phase. Children going through puberty should be aware of
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