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A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light
A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

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All content by DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Tips for parents whose kids struggle to make friends

Tips for parents whose kids struggle to make friends

Dr. Richard Lazaroff
Published May 24, 2023
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Kids need friends but might need some help to make them

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF, Special To The Jewish Light
Published February 2, 2023
It’s not too early to plan for next summer’s sleep-away camp

It’s not too early to plan for next summer’s sleep-away camp

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF, Special to the Jewish Light
Published November 9, 2022
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Lessons learned from playing games will last a lifetime

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published October 12, 2022
As school year nears, it’s time to develop good sleep routines

As school year nears, it’s time to develop good sleep routines

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published August 17, 2022
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Is your child avoiding school? Summer is the time to get help

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published July 20, 2022
Photo: Dusan Petkovic, stock.adobe.com

Developmental assets list might help your kids find their ‘OK’

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published June 29, 2022
What to consider when heading to the pool with children

What to consider when heading to the pool with children

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published June 15, 2022
Grandparenthood comes with many perks and some responsibilities

Grandparenthood comes with many perks and some responsibilities

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 1, 2022
Dr. Richard Lazaroff is the author of "Some Assembly Required, A Guide to Savvy Parenting."

What role should schools play in sex, gender education — and when?

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published April 6, 2022
Dr. Richard Lazaroff is the author of "Some Assembly Required, A Guide to Savvy Parenting."

Become a successful parent: Develop and project parental ‘presence’

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published March 9, 2022
Dr. Richard Lazaroff is the author of "Some Assembly Required, A Guide to Savvy Parenting."

Safety vs. control remains the tightrope in raising modern children

DR. RICHARD LAZAROFF
Published February 23, 2022
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