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National day to prevent teen pregnancy

Today is The National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. Why does teen pregnancy need its own day? Because in the United States, nearly 1 out of 3 girls will get pregnant before she turns 20. No, that is not a typo. 1 out of 3! Your daughter has two best friends? Well guess whatyou get the idea. Part of the reason this is so disturbing is because the United States has a higher teen pregnancy rate than any other country in

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Today is the National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy

Today is The National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. Why does teen pregnancy need its own day? Because in the United States, nearly 1 out of 3 girls will get pregnant before she turns 20. No, that is not a typo. 1 out of 3! Your daughter has two best friends? Well guess whatyou get the idea. Part of the reason this is so disturbing is because the United States has a higher teen pregnancy rate than any other country in the industrialized world. And this year, for the first time since 1991, that rate is on the rise. Now, more than ever, parents need to be talking with their kids about sex. (And notice I said kids, not daughtersboys need to be taught sexual responsibility just as much as girls do.)

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LIVE THE JOURNEY

LIFE IS A JOURNEY Each and every day is filled with gifts, lessons, openings, opportunities and messages, yet we rarely take the time to be present enough to see all the beauty that each day holds.

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How Can a Teenager Increase Body Weight?

Much media emphasis has been placed on teenagers who are overweight, but not as much emphasis has been placed on teens who are underweight. Underweight teenagers can be concerned about their physical appearance, too. In some cases, underweight teens do not have enough energy to keep up with their growing bodies, according to the Center for Young Women’s Health. Combine that with an active lifestyle, and teens can likely burn more calories than they consume. With the help of their parents, teenagers can get to a healthier weight. Eating disorders, however, are an entirely different issue that you should address with your doctor.

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Natural Products for Thinning Hair

Over the years, you have likely spent hours if not days meticulously caring for your locks by avoiding split ends, enhancing shine, styling to perfection and warding off grays. It is no wonder that when you begin to lose your hair, little can make you feel better. It is not too late to grow or disguise your thinning hair by utilizing a few natural products.