July 14, 2023
As parents, we all want our children to be happy and thrive in life. However, children have a wide range of emotions, and some children are naturally more sensitive than others and tend to get overly emotional about things. This can be challenging for parents, especially if they don’t know how to help their child...
June 30, 2023
The summer months are often kids’ favorite. No school, spending extra time with family and friends, and not to mention all of the fun outdoor activities. It is important to remember that this fun season can also pose a danger for children. Taking steps to ensure summer safety during these fun months is of the...
June 15, 2023
There are so many essential pieces to consider when it comes to a child’s development, but the activities that seem less essential to us can have a big impact on your child’s progress. Your children rely on you to help them learn, but have you wondered how important play can be for their development? There...
May 31, 2023
Sports have many benefits when it comes to a child’s development. Sports increase cardiovascular fitness, help grow bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, and improve coordination and balance. If your child is thinking about playing sports, it’s important to make sure they complete a comprehensive evaluation. This will help determine if they are able to play...
May 15, 2023
As your child ages, they begin to learn skills and qualities that will help shape them into independent thinkers. During their younger developmental years is a great time for you as a parent to help them grow these qualities to be successful later in life. Because thankful people tend to be more optimistic, teaching your...
April 28, 2023
The benefits of your child playing outside are endless. Outdoor play helps to advance your child’s motor skills, improve muscle strength, increase positive behavior, and foster independence. When your child is frolicking through wooded areas and low-growing grasslands, receiving all the benefits of the great outdoors, it is important you check them for pesky bugs...
April 14, 2023
Even though kids often say they don’t want to do chores, there’s a good reason for them. They have to learn how to be responsible for their actions and tasks. With the right approach and attitude, chores for kids can be used as a great opportunity to teach responsibility and take pride in their accomplishments—...
March 31, 2023
It’s that time of year again when the weather warms up, and children are out of their winter coats. Unfortunately, this also means a rise in the number of spring illnesses that parents will see. From allergies to the common cold, it’s important to know what spring illnesses are the most prevalent and how you...
March 15, 2023
Traumatic brain injury is scary for anyone, and can be particularly scary for children. Head trauma is something that affects your brain cells in a way that can temporarily change how your mind works. In very severe cases, it could even lead to bleeding, bruising, or other physical damage to the brain. Pediatric head trauma...
February 28, 2023
Children getting sick is inevitable, as they are less likely to cover their mouths when they sneeze or cough, and have immature immune systems. In fact, it is considered common for children under 7 years of age to have as many as eight to twelve colds, respiratory infections, or stomach bugs a year. The symptoms...
