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Posted by: Emily Decker, MD on Aug 06, 2026

Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to break the budget. Learn how thrifting, shopping your own home first, and timing purchases can help your family save money, reduce waste, and make back-to-school shopping a fun experience for kids.

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Looksmaxxing: The Pressure to Look Perfect

Social media has fueled a growing trend known as looksmaxxing, which encourages individuals – especially boys and young men – to “optimize” their appearance.
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The FAFSA: What Parents Need to Know
College costs can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Discover how completing the free FAFSA, knowing key deadlines, and gathering a few simple documents can open more options for your student after high school.

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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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Organ Donation: The Gift of Life

Nov 04, 2025

In the face of loss, organ donation can turn grief into hope. Learn how donation after circulatory death (DCD) allows families to give the gift of life, bringing comfort and meaning to a loved one’s final moments. Read More

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Food Insecurity: The Hidden Epidemic Someone You Know is Facing

Oct 28, 2025

Does putting food on the table worry you? If you are living in America, 1 in 8 of you will answer yes. Even if it isn’t you, chances are it’s happening to someone you know. Read More

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Microplastics and Your Family's Health: What You Need to Know

Apr 24, 2025

These tiny plastic particles, often smaller than a grain of rice, are showing up everywhere: in our water, food, and even in the air we breathe. But what does this mean for your family's health, and what can you do about it? Read More

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Give Back (to Yourself): 6 Reasons Why It's Good for You to Volunteer

Nov 06, 2024

The power of volunteering has been studied for decades. You may already know how great it is for your mental health, but did you know there’s a growing body of research that volunteering is great for your physical health as well? Read More

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New U.S. School Lunch Standards Include Reductions on Added Sugar and Sodium

Aug 16, 2024

School meals are the main source of nutrition for more than half of American children. For the first time in U.S. history, added sugars will be limited in school meals nationwide. Read More

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Handling Back-to-School Expenses on a Budget

Aug 08, 2024

Back-to-school shopping can be a financial whirlwind. But with careful planning and some creative strategies, you can prepare your kids for the new school year without breaking the bank. Here are some tips to help you navigate this expense.  Read More

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Kids and Farmers Markets: Learning About Local Nutrition

Jun 04, 2024

By shopping at farmers markets, children can learn about where their food comes from, meet the people who grow it, and develop a deeper appreciation for the importance of eating fresh, locally grown produce. Read More

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Teaching Kids American Sign Language

Apr 09, 2024

There are many valuable benefits to learning ASL; research shows sign language promotes strong literacy and communication skills, and is used by individuals with other communication, learning or developmental disabilities. Read More