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Fostering a Growth Mindset in Kids

Jessica Schrader -
How using the term 'smart' can actually be harmful for kids and how parents can dial it down to encourage what's called 'growth mindset.'
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Inside Children's Hospital of Michigan: Neurology and Neurosurgery Departments

Megan Krueger -
What makes these departments at Children's Hospital of Michigan stand out among the rest? Learn about the pediatric-focused care and services available.
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Concussions and Kids: What Parents Need to Know

Megan Krueger -
Dr. Steven Ham, chief of neurosurgery at Children's Hospital of Michigan, talks diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
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ER vs. Urgent Care – When to Go Where!

Amy Kuras -
Dr. Melissa Schneider of Beaumont Children’s Hospital gives tips to help parents decide and offers advice on how to be prepared.
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How to Help Teens Be Their Own Health Advocates

Jessica Schrader -
Dr. Brian Kennedy, chief medical officer of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, offers advice on how and when to make that transition.
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Advice

Raising a Good Guy

Wensdy Von Buskirk -
Gone are the days when a man was expected to carry a woman across a puddle. But that doesn't mean that there aren't rules for a modern-day man.
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Travel

Seaside Fun in Virginia Beach

Kristen J. Gough -
From dolphins to kayak adventures, this Atlantic-bound town delivers.
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Health

Causes of Back Pain in Kids

Sarah Rahal -
Is your child complaining about back pain? Discover what causes back pain in kids and how parents can help.
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Why Your Child Fears Inanimate Objects

Kristy Case -
Does your child have a fear of the coat rack or shadows on the wall? Learn why kids' imaginations might be giving them a fright.
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Guides

How to Make an Apple Stamper Tote

Lish Dorset -
Your child can give his or her teacher something extra special to mark the beginning of the school year. Get the how-to for this adorable tote.
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Kid-Friendly Tunes That Parents Will Like, Too

Christina Clark -
Pop, rock, indie music and more: Take a peek at six CDs that your kids are sure to love.
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What You Should Know About College Savings Plans

Megan Krueger -
September is College Savings Month, making it a perfect time to find out how they work, what kinds there are and how to use one to help afford your child’s college dreams.
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