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June 23, 2016Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Careby

Pink Eye

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Pink eye or conjunctivitis, is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection of the clear membrane that lines the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye.  It can also be caused by allergies associated with hay fever. When pink eye is …
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June 15, 2016Kohl’s Building Blocks, Personal Perspectivesby

Coming Home from the NICU

By: Cristina Moreno, Penfield Children’s Center The birth of your child and coming home from the hospital are supposed to be some of the happiest moments of your life. After spending months doing your best to create the perfect space for your baby, both in utero and at home, the …
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June 9, 2016Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Exercise with Kids

Regular exercise is important for a child’s health. Make exercise fun by creating an obstacle course at home!
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June 2, 2016Kohl’s Building Blocks, Personal Perspectivesby

New and Exciting! Introducing Cristina Moreno, monthly columnist to our Personal Perspectives section

Hi! My name is Cristina, and like most people, I am many things. Professionally, I am the Bilingual Outreach Specialist at Penfield Children’s Center, a certified medical interpreter and a new regular contributor on the Penfield Building Blocks website. If you ask my sisters, I am overly sensitive, the one …
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May 24, 2016Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Careby

When your Child has a Peanut Allergy

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Kelsey Sorvick, RN, Penfield Children’s Center According to the Mayo Clinic, a peanut allergy is one of the most common causes for a severe allergy attack. Reactions to peanut exposure for those who are allergic can range from a mild runny nose …
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May 19, 2016Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

Make a First Aid Kit

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Melissa Hendrickson, RN, Penfield Children’s Center When you have young ones in the house, being prepared for cuts and scrapes is a must! An easy way to stay organized is to have an accessible first aid kit in your house and car. …
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May 12, 2016Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Careby

Anaphylaxis

Written by: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Reviewed by: Kelsey Sorvick, RN, Penfield Children’s Center Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can happen very suddenly and must be treated immediately. If you feel that your child might be experiencing anaphylaxis, seek medical help right away. What is anaphylaxis? Anaphylaxis …
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May 4, 2016Kohl’s Building Blocks, Personal Perspectivesby

Growing Up with Cerebral Palsy – A Personal Perspective

By: Alex Diaz-Granados What does it feel like to have cerebral palsy (CP)?  Though this might seem to be a simple question about a physical disability, it’s actually a psychological conundrum with no simple answer. There are many variables, including the fact that there are several types of CP (spastic, …
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April 27, 2016Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Establishing a Healthy Bedtime Routine

A consistent bedtime routine can help your child wind down at the end of the day and get a good night’s rest!
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April 20, 2016Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

What is an Ankle Foot Orthosis?

According to BioTech Limb and Brace, an ankle foot orthosis, or AFO, is designed to treat foot and ankle disorders in children. These are also known as braces, and are designed to provide a stable base of support for your child’s lower extremities. They allow a child to develop the …
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