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December 5, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Holiday Toy Safety

By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs The holidays are upon us and so is the lure of new toys and gadgets. While it’s fun to buy your little ones a few new surprises, it’s important to remember that even with toys, safety comes first. …
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November 29, 2018Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Create an Indoor Winter Wonderland

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center While it’s great to get kids outside every season, the long, cold wintry months can force us to spend more time inside than we’d like. The snow and ice can be fun for awhile, but once fingers get cold and feet get wet, it’s …
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November 20, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

All about Colors!

By: Tina Yang, Early Head Start Teacher, Penfield Children’s Center For early learners, sorting activities are a great way to help children learn about colors. These five lessons also teach about shapes, textures and help increase fine motor skills. Bean bags and color cards: Fill a small bin with solid …
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November 13, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutritionby

One, Two! Follow these Two Tips for Keeping your Child’s Bones Healthy

By: Mel Hendrickson, BSN, RN, Director of Health Services, Penfield Children’s Center In order for children to reach their full potential, it’s important for them to have strong bones. Good bone health throughout childhood actually impacts the health of your child’s bones in the future. In fact, bone density is …
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November 6, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Is Your Child Afraid to Get a Flu Shot?

By: Amy S. Emmer-Sheldon, MD, Aurora Health Care Fall is the best time for your family to get your annual flu shots, although they can be given any time during the flu season. I encourage you to schedule influenza shots for your family — the nasal spray (under the brand …
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October 30, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Mental Illness – How to Help your Child

By: Kari Walters, LPC-IT, Kohl’s Building Blocks Program at Penfield Children’s Center According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 7 children ages 2-8 years old have a mental, behavioral or developmental disorder. Believing that a child’s behavior is simply part of the child’s personality or …
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October 24, 2018Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Fall Treat: Healthier Caramel Apples

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Fall is a wonderful time to enjoy the colorful leaves, visit the pumpkin patch and…eat lots of sugar? That’s right. With the arrival of autumn comes added sugar in your child’s seasonal snacks. While it’s always fun to celebrate the season with your favorite …
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October 18, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

7 Tips for Parents–How to Keep Kids in Sports Safe

By: Benjamin A. Abeyta, MD, Aurora Health Care Lots of kids participate in youth sports. It helps with teamwork, socialization, develops stronger muscles, and improves endurance and healthy weight management. Plus, it can build confidence and expand the child’s social and team skills through interactions with teammates and coaches. A …
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October 10, 2018Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

What You Should Know About Attention Deficit Disorder — ADHD

By: Rakesh J. Shah, MD, Aurora Health Care Every child is unique. As a parent, the job is to nurture the best parts of the child’s character and help the child develop all aspects of their nature in a healthy way. If part of your child’s temperament is consistent difficulty …
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October 3, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

How to Take Care of Baby Hair and Skin

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Your baby’s skin and hair are unique. Was your little one born completely bald or with lots of waves? Baby hair and skin can even vary from sibling to sibling. While one sibling might suffer from eczema or other skin sensitivities, your other child …
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