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Parenting Articles from Children's Hospital Colorado Experts


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The Power of Car Seats: One Family's Story

See how Children’s Hospital Colorado’s car safety seat technicians worked with a young family to ensure they had access to car seats.

What To Do With Halloween Candy

Get ideas for what to do with extra Halloween candy this year, like send it to the troops or save it for special occasions.

No Chimney Full of Toys? How to Handle Kids' Holiday Disappointment

We asked Dr. Dolgan, Psychologist at Children's, how to manage children's expectations during the holidays. Read what he has to say.

Everyone Skis Except Me. What Should I Do?

Katherine O’Connor, MPH, Healthy Hospital Coordinator at Children’s Hospital Colorado, offers some ideas of how to make the most of you non-ski or snowboard time in the mountains.

Tips for Parents on Talking to Teens About Sexual Health

Tips for parents about teenagers and sexual health - from puberty to "the talk" - from the experts at Children's Hospital Colorado.

Medical Marijuana

What parents need to know about the potential benefits and risks of medical marijuana for children.

Teen Romantic Relationships: Advice from a Psychologist

Knowing your teen is in a romantic relationship can be difficult. Our child psychologist helps parents understand how to navigate teen romantic relationships, as well as how to encourage communication.

The Shame Game: Is Public Shaming Effective?

Read what the experts at Children's Hospital Colorado say about public shaming, in which parents post photos or videos deriding kids’ bad behavior.

Taking Advantage of Quality Family Time

We asked a pediatric expert for advice on spending the right kind of time with kids. Find out how to make the most of this precious, fleeting time.

Is Your Child a Breath-Holder?

If your kid holds her breath until she passes out, you know how scary these episodes can be. Dr. Barton D. Schmitt explains this condition in more detail.

Is it More Than a Bruise?

Bruises — the skin’s reaction to minor trauma — are common in children. Learn how to tell if bruising may indicate something else in your child.

Positive Parenting Tips from Pediatric Experts

Get positive parenting tips from the pediatric experts at Children's Hospital Colorado.

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