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New backpack? Check. Fresh pencils and notebooks? Check. A wellness visit with your child’s doctor? It’s the most important box you can check this back-to-school season. Before kids head into the classroom or onto the field, a visit to the pediatrician helps ensure...

When temperatures rise, hydration becomes a top priority for families on the go. But if your child turns up their nose at plain water, ParentingU has you covered. April Hamilton, RN, a pediatric gastrointestinal and healthy weight and nutrition nurse with Our Lady of...

Hurricane season is part of life in the Gulf South, but each year still brings new storms — and new reminders of why it’s so important to be ready.  We often think of water, flashlights and canned goods when we think of storm prep. But your health matters just as...

Summer is made for outdoor gatherings. Picnics in the park, poolside potlucks and long afternoons grilling in the backyard. But when the sun’s blazing and the forecast is sizzling, food safety can’t be an afterthought.  Warmer temperatures and higher humidity create...