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13 Silent Signs of Anxiety in Children

Health experts reveal the subtle signs of anxiety in children. Learn how to read their behaviors to better understand...


10 Little-Known Ways Marriage Affects Your Health

All the songs are right: Lasting love may really be the best medicine, after all.


10 Parenting Lessons We Can All Learn from Kids with Cancer

As a pediatric oncologist and palliative care specialist at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Justin Baker, MD, works with patients...


How to Make It Through the Holidays with Your In-Laws—Without Starting World War III

Love 'em or hate 'em, you're going to have to face your in-laws over the holidays. Here's a survival guide...



10 Silent Signs Your Teen May Be Abusing Drugs

It is the rare teen who comes right out and admits to a drug problem, so it's up to parents...


25 Things Your Child’s Pediatrician Won’t Tell You

Go behind the scenes with your child's doctor to see what they are really thinking.


The Scientific Reason the Mother-Child Bond Is So Powerful

It likely comes as no surprise to moms that they can literally feel everything their child is feeling—and now science...

9 Things Teachers Wish You Knew About Learning Disabilities

You might think you know all about learning disabilities, but getting the facts will help all types of learners get...


Human Growth Hormone: What Doctors Need You to Know About HGH

Human growth hormone was for slow-growing children, but now, adults take it in hopes they'll ward off aging. Here's what...


14 Proven Steps to Truly Forgive Anyone for Anything

Being angry is a natural instinct, but you can learn to truly forgive anyone for anything—and hopefully overcome your own...



This Common Bad Habit Could Be Ruining Your Child’s Sleep

This could be the cause of your child's tossing and turning at night. Parents, you're guilty of this, too.


This Is Why You Should Never, Ever Blow on Your Baby’s Food

That touching act could put your kid's health at risk.


10 Things These Women Who Escaped Abusive Relationships Want You to Know

We can all learn from women who suffered abusive relationships. These brave survivors reveal what they wish every woman knew.


10 Simple Things All Healthy Kids Have in Common

Changing a handful of little habits can help ensure you have super healthy kids. These are the pediatrician-approved qualities of...


8 Reasons Marriage Is Better Than the Gym

Here's how your relationship can keep you healthy, active, and lean.


Placebos Might Be Almost as Effective as Antidepressants in Teens, According to Science

Could a fake pill be as beneficial as powerful antidepressant drugs? When the fake pill lacks the serious side effects...


If Your Child Lies, It Could Actually Be a Sign of Intelligence

Believe it or not, a little deception here and there could have positive implications for your child down the road.


The Most Important Person in Your Relationship May Not Be Your Partner

It's not news that a strong social network is essential to being the healthiest version of ourselves. Now there's new...


The Scientific Reason Why Your Friends Can Affect Your Mood

Choose your friends wisely; they could determine everything from your health to your emotions, according to a growing body of...


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8 Tips to Make Your Arguments More Productive—and Fair

Relationship experts weigh in on the best ways to keep your fights fair and have arguments that are actually...

Yes, Childhood Changes Your DNA—Here’s How

There are things that you can do to make sure your kid's DNA stays in tip-top shape.


This Kind of Breakup Hurts the Most, According to Science

There are a lot of valid reasons to separate, but this one causes the greatest heartache.


This Is What Men Care About Most in Relationships—and It’s Not Sexual Attraction

Here's a little incentive not to hold back your feelings of love and admiration from your partner.


9 Signs Your Relationship Is Headed for a Breakup

The longer you wait, the harder it gets. If you can’t reconcile your differences, it could be time to end...


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How to Get Kids on a Sleeping Schedule Before the School Year Starts

Sliding into a back-to-school routine is crucial for the overall health of your family. Make the transition from summer to...


What You Need to Know About Skin-Care Lines for Babies, According to Dermatologists

Do babies really have different skin types—or aren't they all just super sensitive?