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November 29, 2018Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Create an Indoor Winter Wonderland

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center While it’s great to get kids outside every season, the long, cold wintry months can force us to spend more time inside than we’d like. The snow and ice can be fun for awhile, but once fingers get cold and feet get wet, it’s …
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December 15, 2017Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Teaching Children to be Safe Pedestrians

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center As parents and caregivers, it is our responsibility to keep our kids safe. We hold their hands, teach them not to touch a hot stove and make sure outlets are covered (among many other things!). In addition to the actions we take, it’s just …
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June 28, 2017Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem

By: Amy Beschta, M.S., L.P.C., Penfield Children’s Center Raising children is no easy task, especially if your child has issues with self-esteem or feels she may be inferior in some way to her friends or classmates. As parents, we can start helping our children build a positive perception of themselves …
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December 14, 2016Growing Up, Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Celebrating Dual Holidays with Children

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center With the holiday season upon us, storefronts are aglow with Christmas lights, Hanukkah menorahs and food to help celebrate the winter festivities.  While many families who celebrate one religion might gather in their local churches, synagogues and other cultural meeting places, it is also …
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August 24, 2016Growing Up, Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Adaptive Mobility Devices for Children

A variety of mobility devices are available for children with disabilities. They aid in standing and walking, while providing support for a more independent lifestyle.
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July 27, 2016Growing Up, Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Help! My Child Grinds His Teeth All Night

Written by: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Kelsey Sorvick, RN, Penfield Children’s Center Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a common condition in young children. When teeth grinding and clenching happen at night, it often occurs during phases of deep sleep or when the child is under stress. Rest …
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March 29, 2016Growing Up, Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Delicious and Nutritious Breakfast Smoothies

A good smoothie is a great breakfast option for the whole family. Cold, creamy, and sweet, they are hard to resist by even the pickiest eaters. Smoothies for breakfast can feel like a treat, but secretly provide plenty of nutritious fruits and vegetables, which make them a hit with parents …
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March 16, 2016Growing Up, Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Making the Choice: Daycare or Preschool?

When it comes to raising kids, there seems to be an overwhelming amount of choices. When your child is a baby, it’s about eating and sleeping: do I choose to let my little one cry it out, or should I be at his or her side every whimpering moment? When …
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March 10, 2016Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips Espanol, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Helping Your Sensitive Child Cope

Sensitivity is often described as the amount of emotional reaction one has to different situations. Some people have an easy time brushing off intense situations and moving on with life, while others continue to dwell on the event long after it happened. Highly sensitive individuals often cry easily and become …
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