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03/16/2026

During the first 6 months, pacifiers are helpful for soothing and decreasing the chance of SIDS, the sudden, unexpected and unexplained death of an apparently healthy baby. Extended use may lead to feeding and swallowing problems and can pose a safety risk. It could even impact your baby’s facial development.

Stop daytime use of the pacifier by 6 months of age to avoid mouth injuries from falling with a pacifier in the mouth.

Stop using a pacifier for naps/nighttime around 12 months. This will help them develop a mature swallow pattern to safely advance to a variety of textured foods.

Always contact your pediatrician with any questions or concerns regarding your child's pacifier use.

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03/13/2026

Middle schoolers experience all the same complicated, wonderful, confusing, and big emotions that adults do. It’s okay to feel all emotions, including feelings that are both pleasant and feelings that are uncomfortable. Emotions are important because they provide us with information about ourselves and our environment, and they help us to connect with one another. Learning how to notice, label, and express feelings helps middle schoolers to feel more in control of their emotional experience.

Encourage your middle schooler to watch this video about emotions. Even better — watch it with your middle schooler and discuss these key findings together:

1️⃣ Label and name feelings to increase emotional vocabulary AND reinforce that you can feel more than one emotion at a time.
2️⃣ Notice body sensations that are attached to different emotions and provide clues for what we are feeling. Sometimes it’s easier to notice physical symptoms first.
3️⃣ Rate the feeling of emotions on a scale of 1 to 10 to capture that we feel emotions in different amounts or intensities.

All information provided by the Child Mind Institute — https://fb.com/ChildMindInstitute

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Newborn illness can be overwhelming. We're dedicated to supporting parents like you with expert guidance and compassiona...
03/12/2026

Newborn illness can be overwhelming. We're dedicated to supporting parents like you with expert guidance and compassionate care. Call us anytime you have questions about your little one's health.

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Research busts many common myths and misconceptions about reading. Swipe ➡️ to find out what they are!For more research ...
03/11/2026

Research busts many common myths and misconceptions about reading. Swipe ➡️ to find out what they are!

For more research on teaching your child to read, check out a new free guide on reading at parentingtranslator.org/resources.

All information provided by Parenting Translator Foundation — parentingtranslator.org

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There are many warning signs that may indicate that someone is being bullied. Recognizing the warning signs is an import...
03/10/2026

There are many warning signs that may indicate that someone is being bullied. Recognizing the warning signs is an important first step in taking action against bullying. Not all children who are bullied ask for help.

It is important to talk with children who show signs of being bullied. These warning signs can also point to other issues or problems, such as depression or substance abuse. Talking to the child can help identify the root of the problem.

All information provided by StopBullying.gov — https://fb.com/StopBullying.Gov

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What happens during the first few years sets the stage for the rest of a child's life. More than 95 percent of a child's...
03/09/2026

What happens during the first few years sets the stage for the rest of a child's life. More than 95 percent of a child's brain is formed during this critical period, and a child's experiences irreversibly affect how the brain develops - for better or worse. Positive, responsive parenting during the early years creates the strong parent-child bonds that promote healthy brain development. When families read aloud to their young children, they can give them a better start to life.

Use these tips to create an environment at home that fosters early literacy and aids in building strong-parent bonds through reading aloud and spending time together.

All information provided by Reach Out and Read — https://fb.com/reachoutandread

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Celebrate National Dentist's Day on March 6 with this fun graphic!All information provided by the American Academy of Pe...
03/06/2026

Celebrate National Dentist's Day on March 6 with this fun graphic!

All information provided by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry — aapd.org — https://fb.com/AmericanAcademyofPediatricDentistry

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Food allergies can be life-threatening, but how do you know when it’s time to worry? 🥜 Learn the signs of food allergies...
03/05/2026

Food allergies can be life-threatening, but how do you know when it’s time to worry? 🥜 Learn the signs of food allergies and when to seek medical help to keep your child safe.

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Helping children live fuller lives despite chronic pain. We offer a range of services to manage pain, including therapy,...
03/04/2026

Helping children live fuller lives despite chronic pain. We offer a range of services to manage pain, including therapy, medication, and physical rehabilitation.

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03/03/2026

, if you move your child's car seat between vehicles, remember to double check the installation every time!

All information provided by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — www.nhtsa.gov — https://www.fb.com/NHTSA

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Speed limits are there for a reason—to keep you and others safe. Take it slow on the roads because your life depends on ...
03/02/2026

Speed limits are there for a reason—to keep you and others safe. Take it slow on the roads because your life depends on it.

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For more research on how sugar impacts kids’ behavior(including links to all of the studies), check out Parenting Transl...
02/27/2026

For more research on how sugar impacts kids’ behavior(including links to all of the studies), check out Parenting Translator's new guide on the topic at parentingtranslator.org/resources.

This guide includes practical, research-backed tips for handling sugar with your kids such as how to not restrict sugar while making sure they don’t eat a whole box of cookies 😜

Or listen to the audio version on the Parenting Translator podcast in your favorite podcast player!

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