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October 4, 2017Penfield Children's Centerby

MILWAUKEE FILM FESTIVAL PARTNERSHIP

We are honored to be a Community Partner of the Milwaukee Film Festival again this year! Support the festival by checking out the movie we are paired with – Kids Shorts Size Small – Click here for more information.
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October 4, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Playby

Sensory-Based Science Projects for Little Kids

By: Penfield Children’s Center Children have a natural curiosity for the world around them and love to explore their environment by using all five senses. A great way to encourage a life-long love of learning at an early age is through science.  Kid-friendly science can be done rain or shine, …
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September 27, 2017Home & Family, Home & Family Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

When a Parent Dies

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Heather Rotolo, LCSW, Clinical Director-Behavior Clinic at Penfield Children’s Center The death of a parent is never easy. Whether it comes after a long illness or happens unexpectedly, loved ones often go through a series of emotions to come to turns with …
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September 20, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Using Music to Establish a Routine

By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Penfield Children’s Center No matter how old your child is, it is never too late create a routine for him.  There are many benefits to establishing a routine for your child. Routines provide structure that help children feel secure, confident and ready to take on …
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September 13, 2017Growing Up, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Helping Your Child through Nightmares and Night Terrors

By: Lainie Harris, Penfield Children’s Center When children are between the ages of 3-12 years old, they may begin to experience nightmares or night terrors. While this is a common phenomenon, it can still be frightening or worrisome. Helping your child get through nightmares or night terrors can seem daunting, …
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September 6, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Incorporating Play into Daily Activities

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center As busy parents, we all know how difficult it is to cook, clean, get all our errands done AND have enough time to do what we really want to do, play with our kids! As a mom of two small children, I make a …
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September 1, 2017Charityby

SHARE YOUR HEART!

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August 30, 2017Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Nosebleeds

By: Lainie Harris, Penfield Children’s Center While nosebleeds are common in children 3 to 10 years old, they can still be scary when they occur. However, they are rarely cause for alarm. Most nosebleeds in children are caused by nose picking or dry air and will stop on their own …
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August 24, 2017Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

How to be a Good Stepparent

By: Lainie Harris, Penfield Children’s Center Being a stepparent can be very fulfilling. It can also be very challenging. The blending of families is often both beautiful and chaotic. According to kidshealth.org, the initial role of a stepparent is that of another caring adult in a child’s life, similar to …
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August 17, 2017Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Bug Spray and Babies

By: Lainie Harris, Penfield Children’s Center While the summer months can be filled with hours of sunshine and endless play, they are also filled with insects. These pests pose more of a threat than you may think, and while we often dismiss mosquito bites and other such bumps, there is …
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