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Healthy New Year's resolutions for the entire family

The beginning of a new year is a natural time to think about and set personal goals. As parents, it is a great opportunity to not only discuss the importance of exercise and a healthy diet, but also to teach children the importance of setting goals. However, when it comes to living a healthier lifestyle, family support is key for success. "There is power in numbers. Sitting down as a family to plan and discuss goals for the upcoming year encourages children to get involved and motivated to adopting life-long healthy habits," says Ashley Kim, a Registered Dietitian in the Children's Health Get Up & Go program.

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Home remedies for cough in kids

If your child seems to be coughing constantly, it can be concerning. Typically, a child's cough is nothing to worry about. Many times, it can be caused by a common cold or even by allergies. But since over-the-counter cough and cold medicines are not recommended for children under the age of 6 years, it can be challenging to know how to help your child feel comfortable – especially if a cough is keeping him or her up at night. See seven ways you can treat your child's cough at home.

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Winter blues or something more serious?

Each winter you might notice a dip in your child's mood and a change in their behavior, and then witness them return to being themselves again once springtime hits. You might even experience these seasonal changes yourself.

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How to keep kids active in winter

Winter brings shorter, colder days and, typically, much more indoor family time. But that doesn't mean you can't keep your kids moving and having fun. With a little planning and creativity, you can help your family stay physically active all year long – no matter what the weather is outside.

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How to keep babies warm in winter

Winter months bring colder temperatures – and the possibility of winter storms or hard freezes.

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Be in the know about norovirus and kids

A norovirus causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, also known as gastroenteritis. Often referred to as “stomach flu,” this infection is the most common cause of gastroenteritis in the United States – causing diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, fatigue and mild fever in more than 20 million people each year.

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How to help kids set New Year’s resolutions

As the calendar flips to a new year, many families take the opportunity to reflect on the past and plan for the future by making New Year’s resolutions.

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Flu, RSV and COVID-19: How to keep children healthy

This fall and winter season is a little different than recent years. Kids are back to school in person, working and playing together in larger groups and mask-wearing is less frequent. These are some of the reasons doctors are seeing an increase in viral infections.

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Common winter illnesses in kids

Although illnesses like colds and the flu occur more frequently during the winter months, the reasons are not always straightforward.

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