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January 10, 2018Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

How to get Rid of Diaper Rash

By: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center’s Special Care Nursery Ouch! One of the most unpleasant and ever-occurring problems for babies is diaper rash. While a slight red bottom might go unnoticed by your little one, a more extensive rash can itch, burn or even hurt. There are many reasons …
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January 3, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Your Baby’s First Check-Up

By: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center Around 3-5 days after your baby comes home from the hospital, the pediatrician will request the first well baby check-up. This appointment can usually be scheduled while still in the hospital after giving birth. The purpose of this appointment is to make sure …
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December 27, 2017Home & Family, Home & Family Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

All About Newborns – Frequently Asked Questions

By: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center’s Special Care Nursery After spending time with doctors and nurses in the hospital, parents are often excited and a bit apprehensive to bring home their newborn. Below is a collection of common questions parents ask about the first few weeks home with their …
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December 20, 2017Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

The Impact of 2nd and 3rd Hand Smoke on Children

By: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center By now, we’ve all heard about the dangers of smoking. In addition to tooth decay, lung cancer and COPD, smoking causes pneumonia, emphysema and a wealth of other diseases.  For children breathing in this smoke, the effects can be very harmful. According to …
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December 15, 2017Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Teaching Children to be Safe Pedestrians

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center As parents and caregivers, it is our responsibility to keep our kids safe. We hold their hands, teach them not to touch a hot stove and make sure outlets are covered (among many other things!). In addition to the actions we take, it’s just …
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December 6, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Is Your Child Dressed Warm Enough?

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center One of the most fun wintertime activities for children is playing outside. Crunching in newly fallen snow and building snowmen can be great ways to get fresh air and exercise during the long cold-weather months. Before your little ones head outside, make sure you …
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November 29, 2017Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

What is Apert Syndrome?

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center Apert syndrome affects the shape of a baby’s face and occurs when bones in the skull fuse together prematurely. In addition to affecting the child’s skull, this genetic disorder can also affect the shape of the …
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November 21, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Do Good this Holiday Season

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center The holidays are upon us! Whether you celebrate a certain holiday or prefer to focus on the winter season, this can be a fun time of year to get your kids involved in community work and have fun together. Families who volunteer together are …
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November 15, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

The Great Milk Debate

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Cow’s milk, coconut milk, almond milk…the list goes on. Are they all equal? Let’s take a look at how the popular types of milk stack up. Cow’s milk: Cow’s milk is relatively cheap, packs a great amount of protein (9 grams per 8 ounces …
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November 8, 2017Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Fluoride: Is My Child Getting Enough?

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Kelsey Sorvick, RN, Penfield Children’s Center A common dental debate between parents is whether or not fluoride is safe for children. And, if it is safe, how much should a child get? We’re breaking down the most common questions about fluoride and …
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