Social Media Bootcamp
March 7, 2017
- For most social media accounts, children should be 13 or older and be mature enough to make good choices online.
- Commit to being proactive about your child’s use of social media.
- Talk to your children about what is appropriate on social media and how to stay safe.
Helping your child deal with death, loss, and grief
February 27, 2017
- How your children grieve depends on their developmental stage and will change as they mature.
- Don’t avoid conversations about death, but answer your children’s questions simply and honestly.
- Allow your children to express their emotions and help them feel safe.
My child has no friends. What can I do?
February 6, 2017
- Assess whether your child is shy, introverted, or possibly has learning/attention challenges.
- Give your child opportunities to make new friends in practical ways.
- Provide emotional support and teach problem-solving skills.
The Importance of Hand Washing
January 26, 2017
- Washing hands is one of the simplest ways to prevent illness.
- Teaching kids when to wash is as important as teaching them how to wash.
- Try the glitter game to teach small kids about how germs spread.
Do run in the house
January 16, 2017
- Children and adolescents need at least one hour of exercise daily.
- Foul weather shouldn’t prevent children from being physically active.
- With creative play ideas, you can help them hit that target.
Teaching parents how to cope with a child’s anxiety
January 12, 2017
- Effectively managing your own emotions will make it easier to respond to your child's anxiety.
- Things like coping skills, mindfulness, support systems, and planning ahead can take a lot of the stress out of your life.
- Remember not to take your child's behavior or anxiety personally.
One Important Thing to Look for in a Pediatrician
December 19, 2016
- Report shows learning about child development and health has a measurable effect on outcomes.
- Pediatricians are children's health experts that want to educate parents.
- Well-child visits are an opportunity for parents to get information and strategies they'll soon need.
Busy Morning Breakfast Bars
November 7, 2016
Article at a glance:
- Mornings can be a hectic time for parents, but skipping breakfast should never be an option.
- These make-ahead cereal bars feature whole grains blended with protein-packed mix-ins.
- This recipe can easily be tweaked for variety week after week.
The Many Shades of Pinkeye
October 31, 2016
Article at a glance:
- Pinkeye is usually not serious and requires little intervention except keeping the area comfortable and clean.
- Antibiotics are not necessary—or even effective— for most cases.
- Help prevent pinkeye spreading by practicing good hand hygiene and sanitizing objects that come into frequent contact with hands and faces.
How to treat constipation
October 24, 2016
Article at a Glance
- Common causes of constipation include changes in diet, changes in schedule, and potty training.
- If your child has not had a bowel movement in three days or if your child is experiencing pain during bowel movements, you should be concerned about constipation.
- You can treat mild constipation at home by changes to your child’s diet and helping your child develop a healthy bowel pattern.
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