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April 8, 2015Developmental Milestones, Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , , by

Typical Language Development, Birth-to-Three

Gini Schulist, M.S., CCC-SLP and Vladimir Bjelic, M.S., CCC-SLP As early as infancy, your child begins to make noises and respond to sounds in his environment. The first three years of life, when your child’s brain is experiencing rapid growth, is an especially intensive time for speech and language development. …
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April 1, 2015Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , , , , , , , by

Social and Emotional Learning

Social and emotional learning is an important piece of a child’s development. Many parents think of development in terms of a child learning to talk, walk, and become more independent during daily living skills. However, a child’s development is also characterized by learning how to interact with others and appropriately …
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March 25, 2015Family Dynamics, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, , , , , , , by

Dealing with Differing Parenting Styles

Although parenting can be difficult and challenging, it can also be the most amazing and fun experience. There are many different parenting dynamics including single, married, divorced, grandparents, foster, adoptive or same-sex. Regardless of demographics, it is not uncommon for parenting styles to differ because all people have their own …
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March 11, 2015Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Positive Parenting, , , , , , , by

Beware of Too Many Gummy Vitamins

Shaped like cartoon characters or baby animals, gummy multivitamins are one way to make sure a child gets vitamins and minerals. They taste good and fill the nutrition gaps in the diet. They sound like a win! And they are, as long as they’re taken correctly. As you can imagine, …
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April 10, 2014How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Positive Parenting, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , by

Car Seat Safety

It is estimated that only 1 in 10 car seats are installed correctly.  We all want our children to be safe when riding in the car, but choosing the right car seat and making sure it is properly installed can be confusing.  Watch the following video on car seat safety …
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December 16, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutrition, , , , by

Nutrition for Kids With Special Needs

For children with special needs it is possible to have a variety of conditions that vary in severity and prognosis. A highly functioning child with autism, for example, may have one set of unique nutritional problems while a child with severe cerebral palsy will have a very different set of …
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November 28, 2013Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Play, , , , , , , , , by

Appropriate Play and Activities for a Baby

A parent may wonder what kind of toys or activities are important for his/her baby’s development.  The answer to that question is simple: parents are the most important people in a baby’s life and can never replace even the most technologically advanced toy or activity.  Today’s technology has transformed the …
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October 18, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Care, , , by

Childhood Ear Infections

What is an ear infection? An ear infection happens when the Eustachian tube, the passage connecting the middle ear to the back of the throat, becomes blocked. When this tube is healthy, it fills with air and prevents the build-up of fluid behind the ear drum.  When the tube becomes …
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October 15, 2013Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Medically-Fragile, Uncategorized, , , , by

What You Should Know About Tube Feedings

Reviewed by Melissa Hendrickson, RN and Director of Health Services at Penfield Children’s Center. What is a feeding tube? A temporary or removable feeding tube is a small, soft, hollow, plastic tube placed through the nose (NG/NJ) or mouth (OG) into the stomach or intestine. These tubes are used to …
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October 10, 2013Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Safety, , , , , by

Bike Safety

More children ages 5 to 14 sustain injuries and go to emergency rooms after biking than with any other sport. Following these guidelines will help to ensure your child is as safe as he or she can be when riding. All about the Bike When selecting a bike with your …
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