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Nov 2022
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92: I’m Not Ready for My Kid to Be in Lo...

DR. LISA DAMOUR/GOOD TROUBLE PRODUCTIONS
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How should we talk to our kids about what it means to fall in love? Parents know how good it can feel to make a strong connection and be on the receiving end of affection, but we also want to shield kids from heartbreak. Dr. Lisa helps walks us through how we can talk with our kids about both the emotional and physical sides of love, while Reena asks key que ... Show More
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