Oct 11, 2020
Moms – Esther Peverely
One of the oldest struggles that a parent faces from generation to generation is getting their child to eat properly. But when a child has difficulty with having certain textures in their mouths, it make it that much more difficult. Before you get frustrated with your child and tell them their dinner will be waiting for them in the morning, there may be a reason for their distaste that has nothing to do with being a picky eater. What else would they be, you ask? They may suffer from sensory processing issues.
Read More At: https://www.moms.com/why-food-textures-feel-odd-kids/
Oct 11, 2020
The Huffington Post – Caroline Bologna
As Halloween approaches, many parents are wondering how to celebrate the holiday with their kids in the age of COVID-19. Last month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued guidelines advising against traditional trick-or-treating “where treats are handed to children who go door to door” but offered ideas for less risky ways to engage in the tradition, like “scavenger hunt-style” trick-or-treat searches or socially distanced goodie bag offerings. While some officials are canceling or strongly discouraging trick-or-treating in their communities this year, others are still allowing it to go forward.
Read More At: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/pediatricians-trick-or-treating-coronavirus_l_5f7b89d5c5b61229a055b89e
Oct 10, 2020
Moms – Simon Books
When kids get into their teen years, they get to the stage where they want to be treated as adults when they are still kids. Many parents will admit that this is a time when trying to talk to their kids becomes an uphill task. Teenagers are kids between the ages of 13 and 19 years. During this stage, efforts by parents to provide insight and guidance are often rebuffed. Attempts at discussion or dialogue are met with contempt and eye-rolling, leaving many parents feeling confused and full of self-doubt.
Read More At: https://www.moms.com/developmental-milestones-teens/
Oct 10, 2020
Romper – Ashley Jones
This year, your kids may not be hitting the streets costumed-up and knocking on doors in search of the house with the king-sized candy bars, but Halloween at home can still be an absolute blast. These indoor Halloween activities if you’re not trick-or-treating are perfect for the entire family to enjoy together.
Read More At: https://www.romper.com/p/indoor-halloween-activities-if-youre-not-trick-treating-35569313
Oct 9, 2020
Contemporary Pediatrics – Rachael Zimlich
The dietary habits of parents affect how children eat, but a new study investigated just how much influence a parent’s food preferences and patterns pass on to their kids. The study, published in Nutrition, used data from the Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating Study from 2014.1 The study examined parenting practices and interventions that benefit or harm healthy eating practices in a household. Parents are key to setting the stage for good behaviors, the report concludes.
Read More At: https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/helping-parents-and-their-kids-eat-better
