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April 4, 2018Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Yoga for Kids

Yoga for kids is therapeutic and FUN! It can also help increase focus, reduce anxiety and improve self-confidence. Try these animal and nature-inspired poses with your little one.
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March 28, 2018Growing Up, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

5 Tactics to Help your Shy Child Cope

By: Caroline Kupchella, Co-Founder, The Indika Alliance Every child has a different personality, and some are just innately shy. Children who tend to be shyer can be uncomfortable in social interactions, and may exhibit signs of clinginess. Self-confidence and comfort in social situations doesn’t come easy to all children, which …
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March 21, 2018Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Understanding Disabilities

A disability affects a person’s body or brain. Some people have disabilities that you can see and others have disabilities that you cannot see. No matter the person’s abilities, everyone has special talents to share!
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March 14, 2018Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutrition Espanolby

Nutrition Challenge: Eat the Rainbow

By: Olivia Johnson, RD, CD, Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center We all know it’s important to eat fruits and vegetables throughout the day. But, are you feeling stuck in a rut, eating boring iceberg lettuce salads and munching on apples or bananas for a snack? Not only are there a …
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March 7, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

How to Prevent Biting

Biting among toddlers and young children is a common concern for parents. Understanding WHY children are biting is the first step to stopping it.
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February 28, 2018Health Conditions, Health Conditions Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Do You Know 3 Types and Signs of Childhood Cancer?

By: Donald J. Beno, MD Many of us know someone who has been diagnosed with cancer. In spite of advances made in treatment success, it’s still hard news to hear. Now image the person who has been diagnosed with cancer is your child. Every year about 15,700 parents hear that …
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February 21, 2018Home & Family, Home & Family Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Outdoor Activities for Preschoolers

By: Caroline Kupchella, Co-Founder, The Indika Alliance After spending hours escaping the cold with your preschooler, here are some fresh ideas to keep your little one active and outside during the winter months. These activities will teach children a wide range of skills, including fine and gross motor skills, strategic …
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February 14, 2018Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

We Bust 5 Common Myths About Breastfeeding

By: Veena V. Gonuguntla, MD, Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic To help give new mothers clear guidance about breastfeeding, we want to clarify some myths on the topic. But first, let’s look at some facts about breastfeeding: a wonderful, nurturing connection between mother and child. The Center for Disease Control and …
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February 7, 2018Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Shoo the Flu

By: Mel Hendrickson, RN, Penfield Children’s Center Achoo! It’s that time of year again; everyone seems to be sick. The flu is easy to catch and easy to spread to others. Here are some tips and tricks for lessening your chances of catching the influenza virus and what to watch …
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February 2, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

The Five Finger Rule for Choosing a Book

By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs Books come in all shapes, sizes, colors and…reading levels. With so many to choose from, how can you find the right book for your child? While board books with lots of pictures are great for babies and toddlers, …
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