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Parenting Articles
Bullying 101 and Prevention Tips
We know how hard it is to find out your child is being bullied. That’s why our pediatric psychologist is sharing bullying tips for parents, as well as what to do if your child is being cyberbullied.
How to Help Your Child Develop Social Skills
A psychologist shares what parents need to know about their kids' social skills. Find out what it takes to develop social skills in kids and how this can help them make friends and strengthen relationships.
The Truth About Teens and Vaping
Teen vaping is on the rise - about half of Colorado teens have tried it - and many teens don't know the risks. Learn the facts about vaping and e-cigarettes.
Move Past Negative Holiday Interactions with Friends and Family
See our quick tips for moving past negative interactions with family or friends this holiday season.
How to Manage Holiday Stress
Holidays can be a time for fun and family, but it can also be stressful. Get tips on how to manage holiday stress from the experts at Children's Hospital Colorado.
Post-Concussive Syndrome: The Big Picture Behind the Symptoms
"Post-concussive syndrome" refers to concussion symptoms that last more than a week or two. But there's often more to them than meets the eye. Learn what causes post-concussive symptoms, and why "syndrome" might be a misleading term.
What Every Child Needs
Harley Rotbart, MD, a nationally-renowned parenting expert, shares the eight basic needs of a child and how to help kids become happy, successful adults.
The Consent Conversation: What Is Consent, and How Do You Discuss It with Kids?
In the #MeToo era, teaching kids and teens about consent — what consent means, who can give it, when they can give it and when they know if they have it — is more important than ever. Our pediatric experts offer advice on how to start the conversation.
"Am I normal?" Common Questions from Teens (and How to Answer Them)
The questions teens ask during appointments with adolescent medicine expert Dr. Amy Sass are wide-ranging and hard to answer: Is my body normal? Should I have sex? Here, she shares the questions she gets from teens — and the answers that motivate them.
Parental Discretion Advised: Children and Media
It's hard to decide if your child is ready for action movies, social media, explicit songs — and even harder to keep up with parental controls and new technology. Our experts share insights on guiding children through today’s media landscape.
How to Get Kids to Fall (and Stay) Asleep
Our pediatric sleep specialists answer parents' most pressing questions on everything from bedtime routine to nixing nightmares, providing the insights you need so everyone can get a good night's rest.
8 Tips for Raising a Caring Child
Teaching kids to care about others is critical for social development. Our expert gives tips for parents on cultivating empathy in children at a young age.
