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January 29, 2020Developmental Milestones, Early Education, Early Education Espanol, Health & Wellness, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby Shelby Schnell

Montessori Toys Increase Children’s Independence

By: Casey Parr, Community Outreach and Marketing Specialist A natural part of growing up is for children to continually take on more responsibility as they crave independence. Did you know that the toys you choose for your child, even from a young age, can help them develop independence? The category …

October 10, 2019Developmental Milestones, Down Syndrome, Early Education, Early Education Espanol, Health & Wellness, Home & Family, Home & Family Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Parenting Tips Espanol, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby Shelby Schnell

Be a Good Advocate to Children with Down Syndrome

By: Jamie Hepburn, Gigi’s Playhouse and Penfield Children’s Center Children with Down syndrome enjoy learning and playing, spending time with friends, creating art and so much more! It’s important to encourage your child to be friends with children of all abilities. Here are do’s and don’ts for being a good …

September 30, 2019Autism, Autism Espanol, Developmental Milestones, Early Education, Early Education Espanol, Health & Wellness, Health Conditions, Health Conditions Espanol, Home & Family, Home & Family Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Parenting Tips Espanol, Positive Parentingby Shelby Schnell

Make a Sensory Bin

By: Natasha Griffin, M.Ed. Family Studies, Katie Beckett Medicaid Consultant, Penfield Children’s Center Children love to learn through play. As they explore their world, they develop skills that will carry them through life. A great way to encourage your child’s love of learning is by making a sensory bin. This …

September 30, 2019Behavior & Discipline, Behavior & Discipline Espanol, Behavioral Disorders, Early Education, Health & Wellness, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Parenting Tips Espanol, Positive Parentingby Shelby Schnell

Moody Kids

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center No child is happy-go-lucky 100% of the time. And, it’s important to honor all of your child’s emotions because it’s healthy to express happiness, sadness, anger and excitement. But, if your little one seems to respond negatively often, it might be time to intervene, …

September 5, 2019Health & Wellness, Health Conditions, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tipsby Shelby Schnell

5 Things Parents Should Know About Enterovirus

By Angela Tonozzi, MD, MS, Aurora Health Care What is Enterovirus EV-D68? Enteroviruses are very common respiratory illnesses that typically display symptoms of a cold. People tend to experience these viruses during the summer and fall months. EV-D68 infections are a smaller, less common subset of enteroviruses. They are usually …

August 29, 2019Health & Wellness, Health Conditions, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tipsby Shelby Schnell

The Overwhelmed Parent

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center We’ve all been there. From parenting to work to taking care of the house – life can become overwhelming! And, when you as the parent don’t get any down time, the demands of being mom and dad can be very stressful. It’s important to …

August 19, 2019Health & Wellness, Health Conditions, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tipsby Shelby Schnell

Benefits of Kangaroo Care

By: Josie May, Penfield Children’s Center Kangaroo Care: What is it? The term “Kangaroo Care,” also known as “skin-to-skin,” was created for its similarities to how kangaroos and other marsupials carry their young in their pouch. Kangaroo care, or skin-to-skin contact, provides a nurturing environment that can benefit both infant …

August 19, 2019Early Education, Health & Wellness, Health Conditions, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Preventative Careby Shelby Schnell

Backpack Safety: How Much Is Too Much for Kids?

By Suzanne Kletch, DPT, CFS, Aurora Health Care When kids go back to school, it’s an ideal time for parents and students to remember the importance of backpack safety. What’s the danger of backpacks? Their weight! As the kids pack up their homework, all those books and papers can get …

August 16, 2019Health & Wellness, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby Shelby Schnell

What is Tongue-Tie?

By: Mel Hendrickson, BSN, RN, Director of Health Services, Penfield Children’s Center Tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition present at birth when a tight tissue band under the baby’s tongue restricts the tongue’s movement. It can affect the way a baby eats and swallows. Tongue-tie does not always result in …

July 3, 2019How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocksby Shelby Schnell

Make a Summer Fruit Necklace

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Summer is in full swing and as kids enjoy their break, it’s a great time to get creative. Coming up with healthy treats provides an alternative to the typical sugary snacks that little ones gravitate toward. Children naturally enjoy eating fruit and what’s more …

Montessori Toys Increase Children’s Independence

Be a Good Advocate to Children with Down Syndrome

Make a Sensory Bin

Moody Kids

5 Things Parents Should Know About Enterovirus

The Overwhelmed Parent

Benefits of Kangaroo Care

Backpack Safety: How Much Is Too Much for Kids?

What is Tongue-Tie?

Make a Summer Fruit Necklace

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