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Ask the Expert: Mary Washington Orthopedics in affiliation with FOA

Nov 30, 2019 04:36PM ● By Emily Freehling

Children gain so much from participation in youth sports from teamwork and great memories to the life-long healthy habit of staying active. But one of the realities of youth sports is injury....

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Where’d the Time Go?

Nov 30, 2019 07:33AM ● By Chris Jones

By Chris JonesI’ve been trying to wrap my mind around the fact that we’re on the cusp of 2020. Truth be told, I’m still in denial that 1990 was 30 years ago (that was 1970, right!) and the biggest...

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In Light of National Prematurity Awareness Month, Reflecting on the Strides We’re Making

Nov 13, 2019 03:41PM ● By Fred Parent Contributor

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Choosing the Best Pet for Your Family

Oct 30, 2019 09:56PM ● By Fred Parent Contributor

Before surprising your children with a new pet as a holiday gift this year, consider your family's lifestyle, finances and personality to decide what pet is right for you.According to the American...

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Letter to the Readers: Celebrating National Adoption Awareness Month

Oct 29, 2019 12:37AM ● By Chris Jones

November is National Adoption Awareness Month. I’m a product of family adoption. My grandparents added me into their fold when I was close to 4 years old. My mother, who was a single mother,...

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Anger Management: Helping Kids Cool Down

Sep 30, 2019 10:20PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Everyone has to deal with feelings of anger and frustration at times. While these feelings are normal, it is important to teach kids how to appropriately deal with them. Parents and kids can work...

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How My Kids Changed My Perspective on Solitude

Sep 30, 2019 09:37PM ● By Chris Jones

I’ve always loved fall for the reason I love Sundays—its beauty, crispness and tranquility. I love hearing the crunch of fallen leaves when I’m walking on a trail. I love feeling the cool evenings...

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Be a Lock and Talk family. Save lives.

Aug 31, 2019 03:07PM ● By Fred Parent Contributor

September is National Suicide Prevention Month The Rappahannock Area Community Services Board offers a message of hope that we can save lives in our community. Be a Lock and Talk family. Save...

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Family Favorites: Paragon Autism Services

Aug 31, 2019 12:00PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Paragon Autism Services provides important services to children diagnosed with autism, developmental delays and intellectual disabilities. Its aim is to assist clients and their families with...

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Parenting Your Teen Through Depression: What I’ve Learned Along the Way

Aug 31, 2019 11:25AM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

by LaQueshia JeffriesLast year, my son attempted suicide for the first time after a series of escalating events. Looking back, there were signs and warnings that he needed more emotional and...

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