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Is Contraceptive Foam Bad for Men?

Contraceptive foam is one form of spermicide which, along with creams, gels and suppositories, kills sperm before it reaches your uterus. Contraceptive foam has some side effects that can affect men — and women, too. But the biggest downside of using contraceptive foam on its own is that it doesn’t protect your partner from STDs, HIV or an unplanned pregnancy.

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How to Nip Sibling Battles in the Bud

The following guest post is from Dr. Laura Nathanson Siblings are supposed to fight. Aren't they? Isn't that why Nature gave us backseats in cars? That's how it seems in the media. It's a running joke. In real life, many parents really want their children to get along together, but are quick to add that…

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The Importance of Family Dinners

This article is in partnership with Uncle Ben’s. Growing up we had dinner at 6:00pm every night. Mom cooked, and everyone ate what was on their plates. Fast forward a few decades and dinnertime has changed. Whether it’s because kids have more extracurricular activities, parents have competing work schedules, or easier access to take-out food…