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Tag Archives: Holidays
Managing the Stress of the Holidays
Even before the last piece of pumpkin pie has been consumed (and let’s be honest – these days, it’s more like – before the last piece of Halloween candy is handed out), it seems like holiday preparations are underway. But … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting
Tagged Holidays, Preschoolers, School Age, Teens, Winter
Traveling Safely Over the Holidays
You’re headed to Grandma’s house for the holidays. While you’re preparing for the trip, make sure safety is a part of your to-do list. The Kohl’s Safety Center experts from American Family Children’s Hospital offer these tips to keep everyone in … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Safety
Tagged Holidays, Kohl's Safety Center, travel
Tricks to Keep Halloween Safe and Fun
From a kid’s perspective, what could be better than Halloween — dressing in costume, asking (and actually getting) candy. But, in the excitement of the day, it can be easy to overlook simple safety tips that can help ensure the … Continue reading
Finding Meaning (and Sanity) During the Holidays
It seems like there are two-sides to the holidays – the wonderful, heart-warming experiences of time with family and friends enriched by feelings of gratitude, generosity and even compassion. And then there’s the other side. One that is defined by … Continue reading
The Gift of a Better Brain: Share Books with Your Child
Books Build Better Brains. Even better, those same books, when shared together with a child, become even more important to their development. This is because social connections and relationships matter deeply. For young children, being aware of books and familiar … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting
Tagged Dipesh Navsaria MD, Holidays, Reading
