THE KID’S DOCTOR: When is the best time to potty train?

 By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

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   Every parent wants to know when their child will be ready to potty train. A study that was published in an issue of the Journal of Pediatric Urology is one of the first to show that timing of potty training children seems to be more important than the technique. 

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MSU Newsroom: Gun restrictions, the College Labor Market and Robots

From the Michigan State University Newsroom:

Broader gun restrictions lead to fewer intimate partner homicides

College labor market remains strong

Robot learning improves student engagement

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The Bereaved Employee: Returning to Work

Going back to work after a death in the family is difficult.  Getting back to normal will take time.Source: https://americanhospice.org/the-bereaved-employee-returning-to-work/

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Buyer Beware: Tips for Safe Online Shopping

 Presented by Sara Frank-Hepfer, CFP®, AAMS®

 
Looking for power tools? A vintage Chanel purse? A living-room sofa? Millions of shoppers are bypassing brick-and-mortar stores, as well as their respective websites, in favor of purchasing such items from individual online sellers. For many people, sites like Craigslist and eBay offer a chance to save on everyday items and luxury products, both new and used—all from the comfort of their own homes. 
 

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THE KID’S DOCTOR: Detailed history can help determine penicillin allergy

 

It is important to give a good description of your child's medical history to determine allergies to medications.
 

Photo by Dreamstine.com

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‘If You Give a Child a Book’ Campaign Donates a Thousand Books to Schools

Mid-Michigan Leadership Academy welcomed the “If you give a child a book” representatives from FOX 47 WSYM.  From left to right: Lawrence “Ray” Franklin, Anthony Austin,  meteorologist Dustin Bonk from FOX 47 WSYM, Christiano Cantu, Community Affairs Coordinator Kevin Brown from FOX 47 WSYM and Charles Miller.  

 
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Movie: The Mountain Between Us

 Studio:  20th Century Fox (1 hr. 40 min)

Plot:  Stranded after a tragic plane crash, two strangers forge a connection to survive the extreme elements of a remote snow covered mountain.
Cast:  Idris Elba, Kate Winslet, Beau Bridges
Rating:  PG-13
Bottom Line:  **

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