Published on Jul 5, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
Dr. Seuss says it best, “The more you read, the more things you know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Whether they’re old enough to read to themselves or you’re reading to them, reading opens up a world of learning for children. And the benefits...
Published on Jun 27, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) recently released their first recommendations for how much sleep children and teens need each day. So how much sleep should your kids be getting? More than one-third of people in the United States don’t get enough sleep —...
Published on Jun 22, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
The kids are out of school, and they’re raring to go. Before they get started on their summer adventures, check out these summer safety tips. Summer naturally brings with it a few safety hazards — high temperatures, time spent near water and lots of sunshine. You...
Published on Jun 20, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Your child’s bedroom probably doesn’t contain the same decorations as your master bedroom. It likely has brighter colors and fun toys. In the same way, a children’s hospital is designed specifically with kids in mind. In our ongoing series from the past few weeks,...
Published on Jun 18, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
With school out for the summer, your kids are gearing up for days filled with playtime. Steer them away from the video games and into the Great Outdoors — but first, make sure they’re fueled up and ready to go! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends kids get at...
Published on Jun 16, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Stay Well, Women's Health
Would it surprise you to learn that the United States’ rate of premature birth is higher than that of most high-income countries? One in 10 American babies are born too soon, accounting for about 380,000 births each year. According to the March of Dimes, a premature...
