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The Importance of Playing December 7, 2015

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Play is an important part of child development and helps children develop emotional, physical, and cognitive skills.
In recent decades play time has been reduced in school and at home in favor of academics and organized activities.
Simplify your life so that you have enough time in your day to spend unscheduled and unstructured time playing with your child.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged behavior, development, play, preschoolers, toddlers

Best shoes for beginning walkers November 2, 2015

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When babies are first learning how to walk, it is better for them to go barefoot or to wear booties.
Shoes should fit well, have non-skid soles, and be lightweight and flexible.
More experienced walkers will need a thicker sole once they start walking outside.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles | Tagged baby equipment, development, toddlers, walking

Early developmental factors that can lead to bullying September 21, 2015

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Recent report identifies parenting behavior, child maltreatment, and excessive TV media as early developmental factors that can contribute to bullying.
Spending time together as a family enjoying frequent and positive parent-child interactions like reading, playing, or sharing meals together can reduce the likelihood of bullying.
If you are worried about your child’s aggression, you can help by modeling good behavior and empathy.

Posted in Child Behavior, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bullying, development, school

How can I tell if my child has a problem with language development? September 8, 2015

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Identifying problems early is the best way to help children who are struggling with language development.
Knowing some of the milestones to look for can help you get a sense of whether or not there is a problem.
Spending lots of time with your child talking, reading, and singing together can encourage language development.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles | Tagged development, language, speech

Dr. Adams speaks about developmental issues on KBYU Eleven’s Community Connection June 8, 2015

Dr. R. Mitchell Adams recently appeared on KBYU Eleven’s Community Connection to discuss the importance of early intervention for child developmental issues. He covers what parents can look for and how regular child wellness visits can help spot any issues. Community Connection is an original series that features non-profit organizations throughout the state of Utah. … Continue reading “Dr. Adams speaks about developmental issues on KBYU Eleven’s Community Connection”

Posted in Child Behavior, Pediatric Articles, Special Needs, UV Pediatric Notices | Tagged development, Dr. Adams, In the News

The “5 Rs” of early education March 30, 2015

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Reading, rhyming, routines, rewards, and relationships help young children develop the social, language, and emotional skills needed for healthy brain development.
The first 1,000 days of life are particularly important because it provides the foundation for future development.

Posted in Infants, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged development, early childhood, preschoolers, reading

Study Shows that Learning to Play Music Makes Children Smarter October 6, 2014

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Study shows that taking music lessons improves the way children’s brains process language.
Learning to play music helps children process things like pitch, timing, and timbre, which allows their brains to make sense of words more quickly.
Study found that one year of music training didn’t make a difference, but two did.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged development, music

AAP Encourages Parents To Read To Their Children From Infancy September 22, 2014

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New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages pediatricians to advise parents on the importance of reading to their children.
Studies show that reading together is vital to fostering healthy brain development and helps prepare children for later academic and career success.
Books help create a nurturing parent-child relationship where children can develop important cognitive, language, and social-emotional skills.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged development, early childhood, infants, reading

Talking To Your Child Increases Intelligence and Vocabulary June 2, 2014

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Talking directly to your children using long, complex sentences can increase their intelligence and vocabulary.
Research shows that the gap in language development between children from lower-income and more affluent families stems from how much they are talked to.
Experts hope that educating parents on the importance of speaking often to their children will help.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged development, infants, language

Reasons for Parents to Quit Smoking September 23, 2013

Article at a Glance Smoking has negative affects on your child’s physical and neurological health—increasing the risk of learning disabilities and behavioral disorders. Secondhand smoke is more dangerous than mainstream smoke. Thirdhand smoke, the residual nicotine and other chemicals that are left behind after smoking, can negatively affect your children even if you don’t smoke … Continue reading “Reasons for Parents to Quit Smoking”

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged asthma, development, infants

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