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Teen Talk

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Pediatricians: Absolutely No TV For Little Ones!

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) once againreminded parents with children ages 2 and under that they should not be allowing their little ones to watch TV or other screens (like computer screens and smartphones) – something that 90% of parents currently allow! Why not? The doctors group said such exposure can have more potential negative effects than positive effects.

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Costume Ideas for a Group of Girls

Discover group-friendly costume ideas for a group of girls who want to dress up in similar or related costumes. They may want to dress in similar costumes for support or to stand out amongst others and easily identify one another. Whatever the reason, there are numerous group-friendly costumes for girls. Each of the girls should agree to the group costume theme to keep all the girls happy.

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1980s Costume Ideas for Kids

Kids love Halloween–candy, costumes, trick-or-treating–the whole holiday is exciting and fun. One of the most difficult decisions kids have to make each year is what to be for Halloween. While Spiderman and Princesses dominate the scene most years, look to the 1980s for some different ideas that will make your child’s costume stand out from the rest of the crowd.

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Happy Birthday Gifts for Kids

Finding a special birthday gift for a child is not always easy, partly because he may lose interest within a few hours of receiving it. Find gifts that the child will truly enjoy not only on his birthday, but also in days to come. Gifts that can spark a child’s imagination and encourage learning–while providing hours of fun–are ideal birthday gifts that will make the child happy and stay interested longer.