February is Children’s Dental Health Month
February is recognized as Children’s Dental Health Month. Good oral hygiene and dental health habits are formed early in a child’s life. Make brushing teeth together a fun activity and help your child understand the importance of keeping clean teeth. We’re highlighting the importance of toothbrushing, good oral care and other tips for keeping a […]
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Building Self-Esteem for Children
It is usually pretty easy to pick up on when your child is feeling great about themselves or if they are feeling down or discouraged. Your child’s self-esteem plays a big role in character development. Their emotional, social and behavioral health correlates directly with the way they handle the pressure and challenges that life presents. […]
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A Guide to Masks and Face Coverings for Children
So much has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic first reached the US. We now know more than ever about coronavirus symptoms, treatment, and prevention. But no matter how much has changed, three essential steps in prevention remain. These include washing your hands for 20 seconds using soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer […]
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How Much Sleep Does Your Child Need?
From the time a child is born to their ascent into teenage years, sleep plays an important role in their development. Studies show that while each child has varying needs when it comes to sleep, there are scientific guidelines that help outline the proper amount of sleep children need at each age. These age-based sleep […]
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How to Safely Celebrate the Holidays with Kids This Year
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, even in the midst of a pandemic. There are so many holiday traditions that children look forward to every year. While we might not be able to celebrate the holidays in the most traditional sense, there are fun ways to keep the holiday spirit alive for your […]
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November is National Prematurity Awareness Month
November is National Prematurity Awareness Month, allowing us to reflect on the nearly 400,000 babies born preterm each year in the United States and what we can do to prevent it. According to the CDC, about 1 in 8 babies are born preterm, or before completing the normal 37 to 40 weeks of pregnancy. This […]
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7 Ways to Celebrate Halloween Safely This Year
We know that so many children look forward to Halloween and the exciting traditions that surround it every year. While Halloween may look different this year during COVID-19, there’s no reason your family can’t find safe ways to celebrate. We’ve put together some alternative ideas to traditional trick-or-treating for you and your children to have […]
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Children’s Health Month: Protect Where Children Live, Play and Learn
Every October is recognized as Children’s Health Month, which reminds us of the importance of protecting our children’s health in places where they live, play, and learn. Environmental hazards are the main topic of this month, and how we can protect our children from the harmful things around us. From their earliest stages of development […]
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8 Tips for Limiting Screen Time for Kids
From TVs to tablets, digital screens have become an integral part of our daily lives. But however convenient technology makes certain things, you can have too much of a good thing. Limiting screen time for kids is important for keeping them healthy and well rounded. That may be easier said than done, but these tips […]
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What is Newborn Screening?
Part of preparing for the arrival of a new baby is deciding on a pediatrician. Newborn babies generally receive their first check-up very soon after they’re born. Newborn screenings are done in the hospital about 24-48 hours after a baby is born. So you want to make sure you have your preferred pediatrician ready to […]
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