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COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Should Kids Wear Masks? Here’s What To Know

Aswine Bal, M.D., a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, explains when a child should wear a mask and why it’s important.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Breastfeeding Advice During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Here is what you need to know about how to protect your baby and yourself from COVID-19 while breastfeeding.

COVID-19, Parenting, Women’s Health

Ideas for Celebrating Mother’s Day During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Here are some ideas of what families can do this Mother’s Day to show your love and appreciation, as well as some self-care ideas for mom to take a moment for herself, guilt-free.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Ways to Help Kids Cope with Coronavirus Fears

How do we help our youngsters cope with emotions surrounding the pandemic, not just now but moving forward? Our experts offer several tips.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Tips for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Lifestyle changes including social distancing, remote learning, and self-quarantine, can certainly be challenging to any parent.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

6 Therapeutic Activities for Kids During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Parents are encouraged to engage their children in therapeutic play as a way to help their children process what they are hearing and learning about the coronavirus.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Identifying and Addressing Child Abuse During the Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic, unlike any large-scale event in recent history, has produced a rare combination of factors that could lead to increased child abuse and neglect.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

What New Parents Need to Know About COVID-19

The current situation around COVID-19 is a stressful one for many – but we’re here to give you the rundown on how to stay safe while enjoying this very special time with your new baby.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Should I Babysit My Grandkids Amid Coronavirus Outbreak?

For many parents who still need to work, a grandmother or grandfather nearby might make a good backup childcare option. But, is that safe?

Parenting, Pediatrics, Physical Rehabilitation

Advice for Parents Terrified of the “Skull Breaker Challenge”

A new trending TikTok prank called the ‘skull breaker challenge’ involves two people fooling a third person into jumping into the air and kicking their feet out from under, causing the jumper to land on his or her back.