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February 13, 2019Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

What is Prader–Willi Syndrome?

By: Sherita Greer, Special Events and Volunteer Specialist, Penfield Children’s Center As the parents of a child diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), my spouse and I quickly became extremely knowledgeable in PWS management. Our son, herein referred to as Q, was born full term, during the spring of 2007. Given …
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February 6, 2019Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

What is Croup?

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Michelle Benz, RN, Penfield Children’s Center Typically occurring in young children, croup most often develops from a virus and causes a child’s airways to swell. A telltale sign of croup is usually a “barking cough” and a raspy voice.  While most cases …
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January 30, 2019Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting Espanolby

The After-School Meltdown – Calming Kids as they Walk through the Door

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Does your child melt down the second he walks through the door after school or daycare? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. It’s common for your little one to be happy and talkative when you pick him up, only to have his positive …
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January 22, 2019Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Living Well with Epilepsy—How We Treat It

By: Umang M. Shah, MD, Aurora Health Care Epilepsy. If you’re not familiar with this disorder, it’s pretty common. In fact, one in 26 of us will be diagnosed with epilepsy. About 150,000 Americans are diagnosed with the condition every year. What Is Epilepsy? Epilepsy is a brain, or neurological, …
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January 16, 2019Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

7 Important Winter Safety Tips for the Family

By: Lisa K. Seefeld, MD, Aurora Health Care Different times of the year come with different health challenges. While summer can mean heat-related ailments and injuries from outdoor activities, the winter season brings dangerously cold temperatures and icy conditions. Let’s take a quick look at your winter health risks and …
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January 9, 2019Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Safetyby

Fire Safety with Children

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center It’s important to teach fire safety to children of all ages, as a fire in the home can happen at any time of the day, including in the middle of the night. According to the National Fire Protection Association, 1,319,500 fires occurred in 2017 …
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January 2, 2019Down Syndrome, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Six Tips to Help Learners with Down Syndrome be their Best

By: Jamie Hepburn, Gigi’s Playhouse Children with Down syndrome are capable learners who are excited and eager to learn. They just need to be given the opportunity to excel. They may learn at a slower pace, but are more than capable of learning. They are strong visual learners. This means …
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December 26, 2018Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

The Difference Between Awareness and Acceptance

By: Sara Van Deurzen, Site Coordinator, Gigi’s Playhouse As a site coordinator for a local Down Syndrome Achievement Center, my eyes and my heart are re-opened every day. Since being here, I have become more aware of the amazing individuals and their families who routinely walk through our doors and …
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December 19, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Making Memories: Fun Holiday Crafts for Kids

By: Andrea Rivera de Vega, Bilingual Outreach Specialist, Penfield Children’s Center Crafting with your kids is a great way to make memories that last. The holidays present a unique time for engaging in activities that celebrate the season and allow you to spend quality time together. These projects use recycled …
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December 12, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Strengthening the Family

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center According to fiveforfamilies.org, there are “5 strengths” that can help families weather the trials and tribulations of life. These “strengths” include assisting kids in understanding their feelings, learning to parent as children grow and change, building connections with others, working on inner strength and …
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