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How to Help Children Learn to Swallow Pills

The task of swallowing a pill often seems an almost impossible one to children. Some children experience such a difficult time with this task that they have to struggle to overcome the stress associated with pill swallowing. If your child’s eyes widen with fear when he spots a pill he must swallow, dedicate yourself to teaching him how to perform this task properly.

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What Is the Best Way to Swallow Pills?

Your doctor has prescribed medication for you. You decided to start taking vitamins. You have a headache and want to take a pain reliever. Each of these circumstances is a reason to know how to take a pill. If you have difficulty swallowing pills, however, the simple act of taking medication can become a problem.

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Dorm Room Must-Haves

It's hard to believe that your baby is heading to college, but it's happening. Here is a round-up of some must-haves for their dorm room. The dorm beds are certainly not the most comfy so your son or daughter will truly appreciate a mattress topper. We love this memory foam topper for a Twin XL mattress or…

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Surviving a Miscarriage During The Pandemic

Of course, during National Infertility Awareness Week and a pandemic, I have a miscarriage. One in eight women has infertility in various forms. A miscarriage is not infertility, but a lot of people experiencing infertility also experience miscarriages. The women I have met from the infertility community are some of the best people I know.…

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Probiotics and Prebiotics for Kids: What’s the Difference?

Healthy germs are all the buzz these days.  What are they? And how do we incorporate them into a kid’s diet?  First, let’s start with the cringeworthy fact that we host trillions of microbes in and on our bodies.  Most of these reside in our gut and are actually quite beneficial for maintaining a healthy body.…