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    What is cyberbullying and how it can be prevented

    Nick Johnstone
    Bullying has blighted childhood and growing up since time began. Bullying can include mean words, teasing, spiteful pranks, the spreading of false rumors, name-calling, the taking of personal items, exclusion from social groups and events, graffiti scrawled on a locker, pushing and shoving, harassment, threats, and in its worst form,…
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    The 4 types of parenting styles: What style is right for you?

    Candace Nelson
    A parent’s job is to prepare their children to be adults who are capable of taking care of themselves and overcoming difficulties. It’s not an easy job. Parents have to set appropriate limits, watch their children fail and let them feel the consequences of their actions. Sometimes parents even endure…
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    Do kids need vitamin or herbal supplements? Are they safe?

    Nick Johnstone
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 34% of American kids take at least one dietary supplement. Do they need them? Are they safe? Erin E. Alexander, D.O., a pediatric gastroenterologist and nutrition specialist at Mayo Clinic Children’s Center and mother of two, answers your most pressing…
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    Antibiotics & the dangers of overprescribing

    Candace Nelson
    Ana, 5, has been complaining about an earache and has missed two days of school. Her parents took her to urgent care, hoping for a prescription for an antibiotic. Last time Ana had an earache, she got antibiotics and was back to her energetic self the next day. After carefully…
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    Healthy foods for picky eaters

    Candace Nelson
    It’s common for parents to proudly watch as their babies excitedly try new foods. Babies will finish their pureed squash then reach for Dad’s dinner plate as well. If only their tiny arms were a little longer. Then one day that baby who was such a good eater turns into…
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    Calming, Engaging, Rewarding: How music can help mental health with children

    Candace Nelson
    If you’ve ever made a workout playlist or felt a wave of emotion when you heard a familiar song playing at the grocery store, you may already use music therapeutically. Hearing a song a parent loved might feel comforting while hearing a favorite song from your high school years might…
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    The eyes of a child

    21:45
    The retina is a thin layer of tissues, cells, and nerves that line the back wall inside the eye.  This layer has millions of light sensing cells that receive and organize visual information according to the Mayo Clinic. On this Ask the Mayo Mom edition of the Q&A podcast, host Dr.
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    Why won’t my toddler sleep?

    Nick Johnstone
    Toddlers need sleep. A lot of sleep. Isn’t it ironic, then, that it can be so hard to get them to fall asleep when you want them to? And why is it that the more tired they get, the more they seem to gain the energy to boldly resist the…
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    Peanut allergies

    30:19
    On this Ask the Mayo Mom edition of the Q&A podcast, host Dr. Angela Mattke is joined by Dr. Martha Hartz.  Dr. Hartz is a Pediatric Allergist-Immunologist at Mayo Clinic Children’s Center and is also an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics. Recently, new treatment options have become available to those living with severe …
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    Body image issues in children and teens

    Nick Johnstone
    Studies show that kids as young as age 3 have body image concerns. Those concerns tend to escalate sharply — year on year — peaking in adolescence but often cropping up over a lifetime. Jocelyn R. Lebow, Ph.D., L.P., a clinical psychologist at Mayo Clinic in…
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    Autism: Diagnosis before kindergarten has therapy benefits

    Nick Johnstone
    Jessica M. Davis, M.D., is often the first stop for parents of children under 5 who are suspected of having autism spectrum disorder. Deciding which kids to recommend for further assessment is a complex task. Autism is difficult to diagnose in anyone, and even more so in the very young.
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    Raising your kids to be healthy cooks

    1:34
    Watch expert tips for raising your kids to be healthy cooks Relevant reading Cook Smart, Eat Well Healthy, flavorful meals are well within reach for anyone. This book is full of recipes that are easy to put together quickly with basic cooking techniques. Delicious kid friendly recipes,…

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