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Posted by: Alena Schuckmann on Aug 11, 2026

Back-to-school preparation is about more than supplies and schedules. Learn how to help your child identify trusted adults, set healthy boundaries, recognize unsafe behavior, and feel confident speaking up when something doesn’t feel right.

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Challenges in the World of AI and Deepfakes: A Guide for Parents

AI and deepfakes are changing the online world—and creating new risks for teens. Learn how these technologies are being used for cyberbullying and exploitation, how to talk with your child about digital safety, and what resources are available if your family needs help.

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Welcoming a New Child: How to Prepare Your Kids for a Foster Sibling
Welcoming a foster child into your home is a big transition for the whole family. Learn how to prepare your children with honest conversations, clear expectations, and ongoing support so every child feels heard, safe, and included during the adjustment.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Dating and Digital Abuse: Keeping Your Teen Safe Online

Jun 27, 2024

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Did you know that nearly 1.5 million high school students in the U.S. experience physical abuse from a partner in a single year? Aside from physical abuse, our youth are also experiencing digital dating abuse. Read More

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Starting the Conversation About Big Feelings

Jun 27, 2024

It’s important to work with your child on emotions throughout their entire childhood, including the teen years. This means taking the time to have ongoing conversations about how to handle emotions in a healthy way, which is called “coping.” Read More

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Keeping Your Family Safe After an Abusive Relationship

Jun 27, 2024

Domestic violence is a complex issue that affects more than just two intimate partners. Children may also be direct victims, especially of ongoing coercive control. Children experience abuse the same ways that adults do – feeling confused and afraid, and even entrapped by the perpetrator. Read More

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Preventing Child Abuse in Your Community: How You Can Help

Jun 27, 2024

Every child deserves the right to grow up in a safe and healthy environment. However, this is not the case for many children. Five children die every day in this country due to abuse and neglect. Read More

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Building Resiliency: How to Support Children Exposed to Violence at Home

Jun 27, 2024

Intimate partner violence can be physical, emotional, verbal, sexual or financial abuse toward a partner in an effort to gain power and control. When this happens at home, it affects more than just the immediate victim. Read More

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Back to School: Safety Tips for College-Bound Kids

Jun 27, 2024

Heading off to college can be exciting and stressful for both parents and kids. What most parents don’t know is that back-to-school is the beginning of what is called the “Red Zone,” which is a six-week timeframe where students, particularly first-year students, are more likely to experience sexual assault on campus. Read More

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Negative Behavior as a Form of Communication: How to Be a Trauma-Informed Parent

Jun 27, 2024

Every child experiences stress. It’s important to understand children’s stress can become toxic if it’s not acknowledged and addressed. Read More

Smart Phone Safety: Helping Your Teen Navigate a Digital World

Jun 27, 2024

If you have a teenager, chances are technology – particularly a cell phone – plays a major role in his or her life. Because smart phones are essentially mini computers, your teen has access to much more than just calling and texting. Read More