Recent Parents Blog | Health Concerns (See Also Health Blog) PostsIs Malnutrition Really a Concern for the Average Family?by Kori Rodley Irons26 Jul 2008 09:31 AMIt is incredibly common for parents of toddlers and preschoolers (and even some older children) to worry that the child just is not getting enough to eat. OR to worry that the child is not getting enough of the right nutrients and minerals and "good food" to facilitate adequate and healthy growth. Getting Them to Wash Their Handsby Kori Rodley Irons23 Jul 2008 09:11 AMBy now, you have likely been indoctrinated like the rest of us around hand washing. We know that washing our hands and getting our children to wash their hands is the key to avoiding illness for ourselves and helping to NOT spread germs and illness to those others we come in contact with. "Sick" Manners for Young Childrenby Kori Rodley Irons16 Jul 2008 06:07 PM"Cover your mouth when you cough" is just the beginning of the manners that can keep an ill person from being a complete horror in public. Ideally, of course, we wouldn't leave the house when we are sick but that just is not the reality. Bare Feet Seasonby Kori Rodley Irons13 Jul 2008 01:19 PMSummer is the time for staying up late and watching stars or catching fireflies, a time for homemade ice cream, popsicles and lemonade. And, summer time is the time for going bare foot. Summer is a Good Time To Check Sight and Hearingby Kori Rodley Irons12 Jul 2008 02:35 PMWhile you and your children are busy having fun and enjoying all of the summer activities and festivities, summer can also be a good time to take care of some of those general care things that get put off during the bustle of the school year-trips to the dentist and having the annual physical che... Make Sure Water is On the Menu in Hot Weatherby Kori Rodley Irons11 Jul 2008 09:50 AMI do not know about where you are, but it is getting nice and toasty and summer is showing her full shining face where we are. I find myself constantly reminding my children to drink plenty of water when the weather gets hot. Are Doctors Always Right?by Kori Rodley Irons03 Jul 2008 08:46 PMGood medical care and a trusted primary care physician are vital to the average western family. Many of us turn to our doctors to help us understand our children from infancy and figure out what sort of care to give and adjustments to make. Kids who "Can't Take the Heat"by Kori Rodley Irons03 Jul 2008 12:45 PMI do not know what the weather is like where you live, but we are definitely experiencing the toasty warmth of summer where I live. Warm, humid days do give way to cool and comfortable nights, but during the day there is heat, sun and humidity to contend with. Where Does Your Child Like to Sleep?by Kori Rodley Irons24 Jun 2008 08:36 AMPerhaps it has not dawned on you that not all children like to sleep in beds? In fact, many parents will comment that their child sleeps better just about anywhere and everywhere else. Preparing a Child for the Dentist-Part Twoby Kori Rodley Irons21 Jun 2008 09:12 AMYesterday, I introduced the topic of preparing a child for a trip to the dentist. I talked about how to explain the facts and take away the mystery of what is going to happen by being as honest and open as possible. Recent Blog Comments Michele Cheplic says... "Nobleman, I don't think experts are suggesting you cut them off from candy "cold turkey." Moderation is key." Michele Cheplic says... "A trip to the police station for stealing--now there's a novel approach." |
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