Category: Raising Healthy Global Kids
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Worms
Families raising children in Africa should deworm every 6 months.
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Understanding Nonliterate Women
Orality expert, Dr. LaNette Thompson shares how nonliterate people learn.
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Does my Child Need an Antibiotic?
Over prescribing antibiotics has lead to antibiotic resistance. Together we can help prevent antibiotic resistant infections.
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Non-Suicidal Self-Injurious Behavior
I’m washing dishes with my daughter, Emily, when I notice superficial cuts all down her arm. “Emily, what is this?!” I ask in an alarming tone. Maybe, I’m over-reacting, but I’m afraid this is a suicide attempt! Immediately, Emily pulls down her sleeve to hide her cuts. “It’s nothing, Mom. I just got scratched by a cat.”…
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Family Fun
Choose fun for your family! Here are some ideas to help you enjoy your kids during a stressful time.
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The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture your Child’s Developing Mind (My Reflections)
There are a ton of amazing parenting resources out there that approach parenting from completely different worldviews. I have been guilty of sticking to one genre and have missed out on some incredible resources. This website is getting me out of my comfort zone as I explore parenting books from varying viewpoints. The Whole-Brain Child is written from…
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Rabies
I was prompted to write this post when a patient in Lilongwe called for advice after the hedgehog her children were playing with died. At the lab they confirmed that the cute little critter had died from rabies.
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What Cream Can I Buy to Treat _________?
Not all creams are the same. Use this resource to identify the best cream for your condition when living in a limited resource setting.
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Pedestrian Safety
Here are some tools to teach children to be safe while walking.
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Living a Life of Transition with Children
An international move is a huge transition for our kids. Here are some tried and true tips through the stages to help your children transition well.
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