ARE YOUR KID’S FEARS NORMAL OR IRRATIONAL?
I was a worrier as a kid. I was sure my dad, who traveled a lot, was going to die in a plane...
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Category: Emotions
HELPING KIDS UNDERSTAND DIVORCE
Divorce is hard on everyone involved, especially the children. Often, the most turbulent times for...
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3 EASY NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS TO A HEALTHIER FAMILY
I am a goal driven person. It should come as no surprise that I like setting New Year’s...
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CUTTING: THE SECRET EPIDEMIC
Back in February, I wrote an article about cutting for ModernMom.com. At the time, it was...
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THE HIDDEN TEACHING THAT HAPPENS DURING PLAYTIME
New research shows that you can improve the quality of your play with your kids by doing a few...
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THE SURPRISING TRUTH ABOUT SUICIDE
I’ve chosen not to address a facebook question today because of a pressing issue that has come to...
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RECOGNIZING ANXIETY IN CHILDREN
Recognizing and diagnosing anxiety disorders in children can be really tricky. There is often a...
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HOW DO CHILDREN COMPREHEND DEATH?
In honor of Memorial Day, it seemed only fitting to address the topic of death. All children will...
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Postpartum Depression vs. Baby Blues: What’s the Difference?
The birth of a baby is a wonderful experience. However, many women feel sad, anxious, afraid, or...
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Dr. Monica Wonnacott
I'm a pediatrician and a mom. PediatricAnswers.com is my blog where parents can get the straight scoop on their child's health, largely based on my experience in the office and at home. I don't diagnose on the site, so please don't ask. These are just my opinions. Use this site as a resource. And trust your parent gut.