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October 27, 2013How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , by

How to Help Babies Learn Through Their Senses

Our five senses – vision, hearing, smell, touch and taste – help us learn about and move through our world. But, did you know there are two more senses that we employ every day?  They are called vestibular and proprioception. The vestibular sense makes us aware of our head.  It …
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October 25, 2013Behavioral Disorders, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocks, by

So, Your Child Received a Diagnosis of ADHD…

If your child recently received a diagnosis of Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might be experiencing many common and conflicting feelings right now. You might be relieved to finally have a reason for some of your child’s behaviors. You might be worried about what teachers or other parents will think …
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October 18, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Care, , , by

Childhood Ear Infections

What is an ear infection? An ear infection happens when the Eustachian tube, the passage connecting the middle ear to the back of the throat, becomes blocked. When this tube is healthy, it fills with air and prevents the build-up of fluid behind the ear drum.  When the tube becomes …
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October 15, 2013Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Medically-Fragile, Uncategorized, , , , by

What You Should Know About Tube Feedings

Reviewed by Melissa Hendrickson, RN and Director of Health Services at Penfield Children’s Center. What is a feeding tube? A temporary or removable feeding tube is a small, soft, hollow, plastic tube placed through the nose (NG/NJ) or mouth (OG) into the stomach or intestine. These tubes are used to …
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October 11, 2013Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Positive Parenting, Uncategorized, , , , by

Understanding School-Based and Medically-Based Therapies

Medically-based therapies are looked at much differently in Birth-to-Three programming than programming for school-age children.  Early Intervention is a system of coordinated services that promotes the child’s growth and development and supports families during the critical early years.  In the United States, Early Intervention services for eligible children and families …
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October 10, 2013Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Safety, , , , , by

Bike Safety

More children ages 5 to 14 sustain injuries and go to emergency rooms after biking than with any other sport. Following these guidelines will help to ensure your child is as safe as he or she can be when riding. All about the Bike When selecting a bike with your …
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October 4, 2013Family Dynamics, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , , by

The Mother-Child Relationship

Mothers and their children are connected even before birth. All those months spent together mark the beginning of a sometimes challenging, yet rewarding, relationship. Moms have an important role in their child’s mental health because they provide basic necessities (i.e. food, water, shelter, and sleep) and form a secure attachment …
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The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health has awarded Froedtert Hospital, in collaboration with Penfield Children’s Center, funding to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in Wisconsin.
26 Oct, 2023
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