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    Talking to kids about Boston bombings

    How do you talk to your children about the bombings at the Boston Marathon?

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    STUDY: Early solids cause health risks

    A new study by the American Academy of Pediatrics says introducing solid foods too soon can cause health problems for your child down the road.

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      Are you monitoring their mobile devices?

      Are your kids safe online? You probably monitor their internet usage on the home computer or laptop but what about their mobile devices?

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    1. Dr. Oz: Soft drinks use flame retardant

      Dr. Oz: Soft drinks use flame retardant

      Dr. Mehmet Oz is warning consumers to avoid certain soft drinks that contain an ingredient also used as a flame retardant.

    2. Law enforcement warns of Snapchat app

      Law enforcement warns of Snapchat app

      An app called Snapchat boasts 50-million "snaps" a day, but each of the images come and go in a matter of seconds.

    3. Parents turning to traditional remedies

      Parents turning to traditional remedies

      Despite constant medical advances, there is still no cure for the common cold, and some families are turning to the past for relief.

    4. 7 Apps to organize your life

      7 Apps to organize your life

      Is your life an unorganized mess? You may be holding the answer to simplifying your schedule in the palm of your hand.

    5. Is your teen 'sexting' with Snapchat?

      Is your teen 'sexting' with Snapchat?

      Some are calling it the new Instagram, while other say Snapchat is making a name for itself as the newest teen sexting tool.

    6. Growing Trend:  Photo shoots at birth

      Growing Trend: Photo shoots at birth

      Forget the blurry shots because of nerves or shaky hands.  In the delivery room, some Moms and Dads are turning the picture taking job over to the pros.

    7. STUDY: Spanking leads to cancer?

      STUDY: Spanking leads to cancer?

      British researchers suggest children who are abused may be at greater risk of cancer, heart disease and asthma.

      • Are your kids sleep deprived?

        Are your kids sleep deprived?

        The weekend could hold the biggest clues in finding out if your kids are sleep deprived.

        • Are cans & bottles making your kids fat?

          Are cans & bottles making your kids fat?

          Food and genetics may not be the only factors to blame for kids who struggle with their weight. A new study finds the containers that store food may also play a role.

          • VIDEO: Diana Lewis on 7 Action News

            VIDEO: Diana Lewis on 7 Action News

            In her time on 7 Action News, Diana Lewis has collected many memorable on air moments.

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