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Fevers: Don't Sweat It!

Do fevers scare you? We understand! This ebook has fever facts that every parent needs to know.

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Pediatric Dosage Charts

Is your child's weight-based dose of Benadryl, Tylenol and Advil hard to keep straight? We got you covered! 

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The Best Books To Read With Your Elementary Aged Kids

To continue my best books to read with kids series, today I’m sharing some of my favorite books for kids grade 1-5 with this list of the best books for elementary students. As your kids get older, they will spend more time reading independently. It’s still important to spend time reading together every day, both […]

The Best Books For Elementary Students

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The Best Books For Preschoolers And Kindergarteners

Last week I shared a list of books for babies and toddlers. To continue this book theme, I have a list of the best books for preschoolers and kindergarteners for you today. Whether you are homeschooling your kids or they are attending school outside of the home, it is important to make time every day for reading […]

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To The Mom At Her Wit’s End With Picky Eaters

KidNurse Community Question: “I’m looking for advice on picky eaters. My children are three and four years old and refuse to try new things. They have a total of about 4 food items they will eat and turn up their noses at everything else. At what point should I tell them they have no choice […]

How to deal with picky eaters, put an end to mealtime battles, and find food freedom!

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Children’s Benadryl Dosage Chart

Benadryl (also known by it’s generic name: diphenhydramine) is a common allergy medication used in children. Benadryl is an antihistamine and it treats symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and hives. Over the years, parents have asked me many questions about the usage of Benadryl and the correct children’s Benadryl dosage. Children’s Benadryl […]

Is Benadryl the right medicine for your kid? Information about over-the-counter allergy medicine, including a children's Benadryl dosage chart.

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End Playdate Meltdowns With These Magic Words

Playdate meltdowns are never fun. When I was a little girl, I idolized my older cousins. I still remember what it felt like to go over to their house for playdates, holidays, and special occasions. Jumping endlessly on their trampoline. A massive array of new toys to play with. Learning what “big girls” do. I […]

No one has fun when a playdate ends in tears. Teaching your kids this simple phrase can help to end the playdate meltdowns.

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4 Signs Of Dehydration Every Parent Needs To Know

Ladies and gentlemen, I’ve dealt with more vomiting and diarrhea the past 2-3 weeks than I would like to describe… or smell. While my job isn’t always glamorous, I really do love it. Truly, every parent knows there are few things sadder than watching your child experience vomiting, diarrhea, or dehydration. My little patients have […]

How do you know if your baby is dehydrated? Check out these 4 signs of dehydration every parent needs to know.

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A Psychiatrist’s Letter to Young People about Fifty Shades of Grey

*This is a guest post from Dr. Miriam Grossman, a psychiatrist who specializes in child and adolescent care. The post was originally published on her blog. Dr. Grossman hit the nail on the head with this post, and I believe this information is so important (especially for our teenagers) that I was given permission to […]

A Psychiatrist’s Letter to Young People about Fifty Shades of Grey

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Exercise Advice from The Workout Mama

This post is a guest blog from Tamara Buschel, aka The Workout Mama. She is a wonderful friend of mine and was a huge encouragement to me when I decided to enter the blogging world. She is married to Josh, a firefighter, and mama to Caden and Maisie. Josh and Tamara are amazing parents, and it’s such […]

Exercise Advice from The Workout Mama

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Does Your Child Have ‘The Flu’? Understanding Influenza vs. The Common Cold

Flu season is here! The sounds of coughing and hacking and the smell of Lysol have been inescapable at my office the past few weeks as influenza season has gotten underway in my part of Arizona. When I checked the CDC’s FluView Report this week, I saw that the first case of pediatric death from […]

People often mix up these terms: flu, influenza, gastroenteritis, and the common cold. Learn the differences between these illnesses.

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6 Fun Activities that Teach Thankfulness this Thanksgiving

My favorite holiday is nearly upon us! I survived a sea of grocery shoppers tonight so now I can be excited about the upcoming family, friends, food, and the beautiful opportunity to stop and focus on giving thanks! The cool fall breeze is in the air, the food is ready to be prepared with the […]

6 Fun Activities that Teach Thankfulness this Thanksgiving

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