--- title: "Families, Parenting, and Safety" slug: "families-parenting-and-safety" type: "index" canonical: "healthhub.cpcmg.net/families-parenting-and-safety" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Families, Parenting, and Safety 4 sub categories | 47 articles ## [Parenting Styles and Discipline](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/parenting-styles-and-discipline.md) 8 articles ## [Safety](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/cpcmg-safety.md) 51 articles ## [Screens, Phones, and Video Games](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/cpcmg-screens-phones-and-video-games.md) 15 articles ## [Family Changes](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/family-changes.md) 6 sub categories ## [Teach Your Child to Be a Graceful Loser](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/graceful-loser.md) Published on 2025-03-13 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Three Easy Tips to Get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/brush-teeth.md) Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Beyond Screen Time: A Parent's Guide to Media Use](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/beyond-screen-time-a-parents-guide-to-media-use.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Media in all forms, including TV, computers, and smartphones, can affect how children and teens feel, learn, think, and behave. However, parents (you) are still the most important influence. The... ## [Discipline and Your Child](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/discipline-and-your-child.md) Published on 2025-03-06 How do you help your child learn how to behave? What do you do when your child does not listen to you? Here is general guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics on effective discipline.... ## [Healthy Communication With Your Child](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/healthy-communication-with-your-child.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Healthy communication with your child is one of the most important and rewarding skills that you can develop as a parent. It also makes the tough parts of parenting (such as disciplining your child)... ## [Helping Your Child Cope With Life](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/helping-your-child-cope-with-life.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Every parent's dream is to raise perfect children who have no worries and lead charmed, happy lives free of pain and hurt. We dream that we can keep our children safe from loss, heartache, and danger.... ## [Responding to Children's Emotional Needs During Times of Crisis](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/emotional-needs-during-times-of-crisis.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Pediatricians are often the first responders for children and families suffering emotional and psychological reactions to terrorism and other disasters. As such, pediatricians have a unique... ## [Expect Respect: Healthy Relationships](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/expect-respect-healthy-relationships.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Signs of a healthy relationship Respecting each other Knowing that you make each other better people Sharing common interests, but having outside friends and activities too Settling disagreements... ## [Friends Are Important: Tips for Parents](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/friends-are-important-tips-for-parents.md) Published on 2025-03-06 How parents can help As your child is making new friends and spending more time with them, you can: Get to know these friends and their parents. Communicate expectations about friendships in a clear... ## [Pulling the Plug on TV Violence](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/pulling-the-plug-on-tv-violence-2.md) Published on 2025-03-06 TV violence needs to be taken seriously TV violence can, and does, lead to real-life violence. You can reduce your child's exposure to TV violence. Limit TV use to no more than 1 or 2 hours per day.... ## [Staying Cool When Things Heat Up](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/staying-cool-when-things-heat-up.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Don't let being angry turn into a fight Anger is normal, but fighting isn't the way to deal with it. Treat people with respect, even when you’re angry. Find the courage to walk away from a fight. Help... ## [Talking With Your Teen: Tips for Parents](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/talking-with-your-teen.md) Published on 2025-02-27 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Teaching Good Behavior: Tips on How to Discipline](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/teaching-good-behavior.md) Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Teen Dating Violence: Tips for Parents](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/teen-dating-violence.md) Published on 2025-02-27 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Welcome to the World of Parenting](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/welcome-to-the-world-of-parenting.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Your baby is finally here. Congratulations! Newborns are delightful—and tiring Newborns may sleep only a few hours at a time. A newborn’s ability to hear, see, smell, and feel grows every day. Parents... ## [Behavior Training- Consequences](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/behavior-training-consequence.md) Updated on 2026-02-18 | Published on 2025-03-05 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Behavior Training- Rules & Discipline Basics](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/behavior-training-rules-discipline-basic.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Children come into this world impulsive and undisciplined. When they start to walk, they begin to get into trouble. They do not develop much self-control until 3 years of age. They need to... ## [Biting](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-biting.md) Published on 2025-03-05 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Hitting and Aggressive Behavior](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-hitting-and-aggressive-behavior.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Hitting is the most common type of aggressive behavior Others include slapping, pinching, scratching, poking, hair-pulling, biting, kicking, shoving, and knocking down Hurting other people... ## [Incentives for Motivating Children](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-incentives-for-motivating-children.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Incentives are rewards or prizes that are given for desired behaviors. The reward must be strongly desired by the child. You can ask your child for ideas. Young children often become locked... ## [School Avoidance](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-school-avoidance.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Healthy children who miss lots of school They stay home because of vague physical symptoms Also called school phobia Health Information Symptoms Stomachaches and headaches are the most... ## [Siblings Arguing](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-siblings-arguing.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Most siblings argue and quarrel. They verbally fight over possessions, space on the sofa, time in the bathroom, or the last donut. On most days, siblings are friends and companions, rather... ## [Spoiled Children- Prevention](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-spoiled-children-prevention.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition A spoiled child insists on having his own way. If demanding doesn’t work, he escalates. He uses tantrums and whining to get his way. Most spoiled children are 3 years or older. Their normal... ## [Stubborn Toddler](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-stubborn-toddler.md) Published on 2025-03-05 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Temper Tantrums](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-temper-tantrums.md) Published on 2025-03-05 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Time Out Technique](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-time-out-technique.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Time-out means putting a child in a boring place for a few minutes to correct a misbehavior. It’s the most effective consequence (discipline technique) for misbehavior in 2- to 5-year-old... ## [Whining and Pestering](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-whining-and-pestering.md) Published on 2025-03-05 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Managing Disruptive or Aggressive Behaviors](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/managing-disruptive-or-aggressive-behavior.md) Published on 2025-03-05 What are disruptive or aggressive behaviors? Disruptive behavior is any behavior causing a problem for others. Aggressive behavior is behavior that may cause harm to another person. Examples of... ## [Temper Tantrums- The Basics](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/temper-tantrums-the-basic.md) Published on 2025-03-05 Definition Tantrums are normal in toddlers. Tantrums may include whining, crying, screaming or yelling. It may also include pounding the floor, slamming a door, or breath-holding. Also called... ## [Sleep- Bedtime Resistance](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleep-bedtime-resistance.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Definition Young children who try to postpone bedtime They refuse to get into bed or stay in their bedroom. They may visit you during the middle of the night. They delay bedtime with ongoing... ## [Sleep Problem from Feeding Until Asleep](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleep-problem-from-feeding-until-asleep.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Definition A baby over 6 months old who can’t sleep through the night (at least 7 straight hours) Wakes up and cries one or more times a night to be fed Can only return to sleep if you hold and feed... ## [Sleep Problem from Holding Until Asleep](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleep-problem-from-holding-until-asleep.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Definition A baby over 6 months old who can’t sleep through the night (at least 7 straight hours) Wakes up and cries one or more times a night to be held Can only return to sleep if you hold him... ## [Sleep Problems- Prevention](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleep-problems-prevention.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Definition Good sleep habits don’t just happen. You need to have a plan. It’s far easier to prevent sleep problems than it is to treat them later. You need to start this program by 2 months of age.... ## [Sleeping with Parents (Bed-Sharing)- Pros and Cons](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleeping-with-parents-bed-sharing-pros-and-cons.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Definition Sharing the bed with your child Bed-sharing should be avoided during the first year of life. Reason: Safe sleep. Pros and cons of co-sleeping after 12 months old are discussed. Health... ## [Sleeping with Parents (Bed-Sharing)- How to End It](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleeping-with-parents-bed-sharing-how-to-end-it.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Definition Your child sleeps with you during all or part of the night You want to stop sharing your bed with your child This is also called co-sleeping Health Information Cause Sleeping with the... ## [Sleep Problems in Children](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/sleep-problems-in-children.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Children may wake up or not sleep well during the night for different reasons. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about common sleep problems and how parents can help their... ## [Guidelines for Special Time and Time In](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/guideline-for-special-time-and-time-in.md) Published on 2025-02-27 “Special time” or “time in” is one-on-one time shared by a child or adolescent and a parent or caregiver. It demonstrates the parent’s or caregiver’s enjoyment of spending time together and offers a... ## [Talking With Your Young Child About Sex](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-talking-with-your-young-child-about-sex.md) Published on 2025-02-27 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Everybody Gets Mad: Helping Your Child Cope with Conflict](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/everybody-gets-mad-helping-your-child-cope-with-conflict.md) Published on 2025-02-27 Help children to act calm Let them know that it takes more courage to walk away from a fight than to stay and fight. Teach them that fights don't solve problems—they make new ones. Remind them that... ## [Growing Independence: Tips for Parents of Young Children](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/growing-independence-tips-for-parents-of-young-children.md) Published on 2025-02-27 Children love to learn Open and honest communication will create a lifelong closeness with your child. Routines and responsibilities will let your child know what to expect. When a rule is broken, a... ## [Connecting With Your Community](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/connecting-with-your-community.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Why should you be involved with your community? Participating in community activities gives you more opportunities to become an independent and successful adult. It provides you with a group of... ## [Bullying: It's Not OK](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/bullying-its-not-ok.md) Updated on 2026-06-02 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Screen Time (VIDEO)](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/screen-time-video.md) Updated on 2025-03-12 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Talk, Read, Sing (VIDEO)](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/talk-read-sing.md) Updated on 2025-03-12 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Catch Them Being Good (VIDEO)](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/catch-them-being-good.md) Updated on 2025-03-12 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Behavior And Discipline (VIDEO)](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/behavior-and-discipline.md) Updated on 2025-03-12 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Solve Problems (VIDEO)](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/solve-problems.md) Updated on 2025-03-12 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or...