I have two sons (ages 6 and 10) whose diets sorely lack in fruits and vegetables. I try to show a good example by eating a variety of fruits and vegetables, but the best results from my boys are a rarely eaten apple or nibbling at mashed potatoes or a few ears of corn. What can I do?
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Back-to-School Planning for Mom
Ease back-to-school anxieties and prepare your children for the start of school—and then take a deep breath and relax.
 It's in the Bag: 7 Tips for Packing Healthy School LunchesSchool lunches can be boring and unhealthy—find tips for packing healthier lunches that your kids will enjoy eating. |
 Tips to Offer Your Teen on Staying Healthy at CollegeCollege brings lots of freedom for your teen, but it may also bring stress, lack of sleep and other health hazards. Send you child off to college well-equipped for good health and safety. |
 Vaccination Schedule for ChildrenThis schedule is a suggested vaccination schedule for children. Talk with your health care professional for guidance. |
 Help Your Teen to Avoid the Freshman 15Offer your teen these four tips on smart food choices for healthy living in college. |
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My daughter and her boyfriend are seniors in high school and sexually active. We have talked about it some, but I'm not sure how to proceed. I want to maintain a good relationship without condoning their sexual activity.
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