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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.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips, Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles | Tagged cold & flu, handwashing, hygiene, school

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.

Posted in Fall/Winter Tips | Tagged activities, exercise, fitness, winter

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.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Special Needs | Tagged anxiety, parenting, special needs

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.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips | Tagged choosing a pediatrician, parenting, pediatricians

Busy Morning Breakfast Bars November 7, 2016

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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.

Posted in Healthy Recipes, School | Tagged breakfast, cooking, recipes

The Many Shades of Pinkeye October 31, 2016

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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.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles | Tagged eyes, handwashing, pinkeye, vision

How to treat constipation October 24, 2016

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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.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles | Tagged constipation, gastrointestinal, hydration

When coughs don’t need antibiotics October 10, 2016

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Most coughs are caused by a viral infection from influenza, croup, or a cold.
The average cough lasts 18 days, but it is not uncommon for coughs to last up to 3 weeks.
If your child has a chronic cough, it might be allergies, asthma, or reflux.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged antibiotic resistance, antibiotics, coughing, PSA

Exposure to secondhand smoke can cause behavioral problems October 3, 2016

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Exposure to secondhand smoke made it 50 percent more likely that children would develop neurobehavioral disorders like ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, and behavior disorders.
Children’s bodies develop rapidly, putting them at a higher risk for adverse side effects.
Parents are in an excellent position to help protect their children from secondhand smoke.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged behavioral problems, pregnancy, second-hand smoke, smoking

Crunchy Vegetarian Taquitos Recipe September 12, 2016

These taquitos prove that you don’t have to fry food to make it crispy and delicious. Ingredients 10 medium mushrooms 1 red bell pepper 1/2 bunch cilantro 1/4 cup green salsa 1/3 cup cream cheese 1 can (or 2 cups) black beans juice of 1 lime 1 tsp cumin 15 small tortillas Instructions Clean mushrooms … Continue reading “Crunchy Vegetarian Taquitos Recipe”

Posted in Healthy Recipes | Tagged cooking, dinners, recipes

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