By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs at Penfield Children’s Center Social media and the news seem to be filled with stories lately of parenting tragedy or triumph, or maybe I am just more aware of them now that I have an infant in my 
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By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center All too often we pick up our kids from school and in response to our question, “How was your day?” we get the one-word answer of “Fine.” No details, no expression and most of the time, the conversation that never really began, comes to 
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By: Patricia Newton-Powell, Assistant Director of Child Care Services, Penfield Children’s Center Sharing is difficult, but a normal development process. It helps a child learn how to be a generous person. In a world where we want what we want, when we want it, how on earth is it possible 
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Biting among toddlers and young children is a common concern for parents. Understanding WHY children are biting is the first step to stopping it.
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By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs Books come in all shapes, sizes, colors and…reading levels. With so many to choose from, how can you find the right book for your child? While board books with lots of pictures are great for babies and toddlers, 
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By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Every child has his/her likes and dislikes and feelings toward what is exciting and what is stressful. From the moment your little one is born, he starts to develop his own personality characteristics. Is he easy-going, constantly fussy, comfortable with others holding him or 
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By: Shelli Samson, NI, Penfield Children’s Center Around 3-5 days after your baby comes home from the hospital, the pediatrician will request the first well baby check-up. This appointment can usually be scheduled while still in the hospital after giving birth. The purpose of this appointment is to make sure 
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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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By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center One of the most fun wintertime activities for children is playing outside. Crunching in newly fallen snow and building snowmen can be great ways to get fresh air and exercise during the long cold-weather months. Before your little ones head outside, make sure you 
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By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center The holidays are upon us! Whether you celebrate a certain holiday or prefer to focus on the winter season, this can be a fun time of year to get your kids involved in community work and have fun together. Families who volunteer together are 
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