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Health Hazards in Hiding

10 Things You Can Do Today to Raise a Healthy Child

By Gina Roberts-Grey, LCSW

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Tuning into each other's lives and interests promotes healthy communication, higher self-esteem and a lower chance of children using alcohol or illegal substances. Turn off the television, video games and cell phones regularly to make time to tune into each other. Healthy and productive communication keeps everyone informed and vested in each other's lives. You'll learn about your child's friends, activities and fears while strengthening your family's bond.

4. Drying Times
Many items come out of the dishwasher damp or wet. Glasses washed upside down often have small puddles of water and dishes are often still damp. Molds can be found almost anywhere and grow on virtually any substance where moisture is present.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, there are types of molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet and foods. Taking a few extra minutes to wipe dry all items that come out of the dishwasher reduces the chance that microscopic molds will grow in your cabinets. It also provides the ideal chance to enlist the services of your children and share a conversation.

5. Dust Off the Bunnies

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