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November 8, 2013Down Syndrome, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby Shelby Schnell

Preferred Language in Reference to Down Syndrome

It is important for people to use appropriate language when referring to Down syndrome. Proper communication about individuals with Down syndrome with both positive and accurate language is important in education and advocacy and can help individuals avoid choosing words that may be hurtful or offensive in the Down syndrome …

Helping Your Child’s Speech Development

Hearing a child’s first words is an exciting experience for every parent. What many parents don’t know, however, is how easily they can help their child learn new words and use language to communicate wants and needs. There are many simple ways to promote language development when your child starts …

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 …

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 …

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 …

October 15, 2013Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Medically-Fragile, Uncategorizedhealth and wellness, kids, sick, special needs, tube feedingby Shelby Schnell

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 …

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 …

October 10, 2013Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Safetybike helmet, bike safety, bikes, kids, rules of the road, safetyby Shelby Schnell

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 …

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 …

September 26, 2013Birth-to-three, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksoccupational therapy, physical therapy, special needs, speech therapyby Shelby Schnell

Identifying Children with Special Needs

Parents, caretakers, physicians, and early childhood educators are expected to monitor child development and identify children with suspected disabilities so they can access and benefit from services. To understand atypical development, caretakers first must understand typical development. Developmental milestones are guidelines that enable parents and professionals to monitor a child’s …

Preferred Language in Reference to Down Syndrome

Helping Your Child’s Speech Development

How to Help Babies Learn Through Their Senses

So, Your Child Received a Diagnosis of ADHD…

Childhood Ear Infections

What You Should Know About Tube Feedings

Understanding School-Based and Medically-Based Therapies

Bike Safety

The Mother-Child Relationship

Identifying Children with Special Needs

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