Child Health News Archives - Child Development Institute https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/category/child-health-news/ Parenting articles, news and tips on raising happy, healthy, successful kids and teens. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:44:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/CDI_Butterfly-100x100.png Child Health News Archives - Child Development Institute https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/category/child-health-news/ 32 32 Exploring Mindfulness Activities for Families https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/exploring-mindfulness-activities-for-families/ Sun, 14 Jul 2024 19:55:12 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=56093 As a parent, your family’s well-being and happiness mean everything. We all know that the daily chaos can sometimes make us feel overwhelmed and disconnected. […]

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]]> Body Positive Kids: Cultivating Confidence and Self-Love https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/body-positive-kids-cultivating-confidence-and-self-love/ Fri, 05 Jul 2024 18:41:17 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55978 Encouraging a positive body image in kids is super important for boosting their self-confidence and happiness. In a world that often focuses on impossible beauty […]

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]]> Parenting Through the  Ages: Your Guide to Positive Parenting! https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/parenting-through-the-ages-your-comprehensive-guide-to-success-2/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:28:12 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55849 Parenting is a fulfilling yet demanding experience, with its share of joys and challenges, successes and setbacks. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed as a parent […]

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]]> Mindfulness for Kids and Teens – Information and Tips for Parents https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/behavior/mindfulness-for-kids-and-teens-information-and-tips-for-parents/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 16:58:09 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55826 In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become prevalent issues among children and teenagers. With the pressure to excel academically, social challenges, and constant […]

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]]> Healthy Habits! Encouraging Physical Activity in Kids https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-activities/healthy-habits-encouraging-physical-activity-in-kids/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:34:10 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55805 It is becoming increasingly important for parents to prioritize physical activity for their children. With the rise in sedentary lifestyles and the growing prevalence of […]

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]]> Understanding the Crucial Role of Nutrition in Child Development https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-health-news/understanding-the-crucial-role-of-nutrition-in-child-development/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:36:30 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55791 Nutrition plays a crucial role in the overall development of a child. Parents are responsible for ensuring children receive the proper nutrition to grow and […]

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]]> Sleepless Nights? Discover the Importance of Establishing a Bedtime Routine for Your Child https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/sleepless-nights-discover-the-importance-of-establishing-a-bedtime-routine-for-your-child/ Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:58:27 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55604 Getting enough quality sleep is essential for children and adolescents’ healthy development and well-being. In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, many children are not getting […]

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]]> How to Help Your Teenager Improve Their Body Image https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/help-teenager-improve-body-image/ Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:48:38 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=33292 Everyday, teenage boys and girls are bombarded by unrealistic portrayals of beauty and masculinity.  These visual assaults come from advertising companies by way of social […]

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]]> 6 Things to Consider When Monitoring Your Family’s Screen Time https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/6-things-consider-monitoring-familys-screen-time/ Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:49:24 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=33500   Kids today spend much of their time in front of a screen, be it on a phone, TV or computer.  Technology has many positive […]

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]]> 10 Tips to Teach Kids to Love Exercise https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-activities/10-tips-to-teach-kids-to-love-exercise/ Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:10:00 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=38797 It seems every day there’s a news story about how children are getting fatter. Too much time spent watching TV or playing computer games, a […]

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]]> How to Talk to Your Teen About Vaping https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-health-news/how-to-talk-with-your-teen-about-vaping/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 17:07:06 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40237 Recently, the US surgeon general issued an advisory on teen use of e-cigarettes, with experts also stating that it’s reaching epidemic proportions. Alcohol and cigarette […]

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]]> 5 Foods That Negatively Affect Your Child’s Mood https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/psychology/adhd-add/five-foods-negatively-affect-childs-mood/ Mon, 24 Jul 2017 17:15:32 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=31943 Parents intuitively know that food can impact their child’s behavior and mood. We know that sweets, for example, can cause bouts of hyperactivity. But mood-altering […]

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]]> 3 Ways to Stick to Your Diet During the Holidays https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-health-news/3-ways-to-stick-to-your-diet-during-the-holidays/ Sat, 29 Oct 2016 19:50:51 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=38248 Are you looking forward to celebrating the holidays this year? Are you planning which parties you’ll attend and which ones you’ll skip? Are you choosing […]

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]]> How to Keep Your Child Active During Summer Break https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-activities/how-to-keep-your-child-active-during-summer-break/ Mon, 01 Aug 2016 19:00:26 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=34506   Remember when you were a kid dreaming of summer days spent hiking, fishing, and playing outdoors? Childhood looks a lot different today than it […]

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]]> Summer Sun Safety for Kids https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-activities/summer-sun-safety-for-kids/ Wed, 15 Jun 2016 14:56:17 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=37557 With all the information out there telling us how bad the sun is, it is a wonder anyone goes outside these days. But staying indoors […]

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]]> How Early Is Too Early for a Dental Exam? https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-health-news/how-early-is-too-early-for-a-dental-exam/ Thu, 02 Jun 2016 14:50:19 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=37463 Most children in the United States don’t go for their first dental visit until sometime after their second birthday. The average age for a first […]

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