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August 28, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutrition, , , , , by

Healthy Snacks for Kids

Although it’s easy to grab a prepackaged snack for your child, processed snacks lack proper nutritional value and are often high in sugar. But by devoting time to making healthy snacks easily accessible, good food can be within arm’s reach for your child.  Preparing healthy snacks with your kids will …
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August 17, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Care, , by

A Closer Look at Childhood Vision Impairment

When taking a closer look at the percentages surrounding childhood vision impairment, the statistics may be surprising. Some 60% of students identified as problem learners have undetected vision troubles. An estimated 80% of what we learn is through our vision. A whopping 85% of America’s pre-schoolers haven’t undergone a comprehensive …
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July 31, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Care, , , , by

Childhood Fevers

What is a fever? Fever is determined by a rectal temperature over 100.4 F or 38.0 C and is one of the most common reasons for child emergency rooms visits.  Fever in a child may indicate serious illness, but more commonly fever is caused by infections that are easily treated.  …
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July 10, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutrition, Uncategorized, , , , by

Healthy Choices for Toddlers

Amy Bontempo, Family Programs Coordinator at Penfield Children’s Center Teaching good nutrition starts early in life.  Set by example.  A parent who chooses to live a healthy lifestyle will teach his/her child to do the same.  Offer food choices from every food group, a collection of foods that share similar …
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June 27, 2013Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , by

Developmental Milestones: Two Months

The way your child learns, plays, and acts shows you important steps in development. All children grow and develop at their own rate. However, most follow a predictable skill path along the way. These skill paths are called developmental milestones; skills that most children can perform by a certain age. …
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June 26, 2013Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , by

Developmental Milestones: Four Months

The way your child learns, plays, and acts shows you important steps in development. All children grow and develop at their own rate. However, most follow a predictable skill path along the way. These skill paths are called developmental milestones; skills that most children can perform by a certain age. …
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June 25, 2013Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , by

Developmental Milestones: Six Months

The way your child learns, plays, and acts shows you important steps in development. All children grow and develop at their own rate. However, most follow a predictable skill path along the way. These skill paths are called developmental milestones; skills that most children can perform by a certain age. …
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June 24, 2013Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , by

Developmental Milestones: Nine Months

The way your child learns, plays, and acts shows you important steps in development. All children grow and develop at their own rate. However, most follow a predictable skill path along the way. These skill paths are called developmental milestones; skills that most children can perform by a certain age. …
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June 23, 2013Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , by

Developmental Milestones: Year One

The way your child learns, plays, and acts shows you important steps in development. All children grow and develop at their own rate. However, most follow a predictable skill path along the way. These skill paths are called developmental milestones; skills that most children can perform by a certain age. …
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June 22, 2013Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , by

Developmental Milestones: 18 Months

The way your child learns, plays, and acts shows you important steps in development. All children grow and develop at their own rate. However, most follow a predictable skill path along the way. These skill paths are called developmental milestones; skills that most children can perform by a certain age. …
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