Dec 13, 2020
Moms – Leena Nasir
Having feelings of anger is normal for a human of any age, and children are certainly not exempt. However, it may be challenging for kids to understand how to deal with anger and express other emotions before they manifest and end up being expressed as angry ones. The good news is that there are a lot of ways parents can guide their children through identifying their challenging feelings, and assist them in managing these emotions in a healthy way.
Read More: https://www.moms.com/your-child-can-manage-their-anger-because-youve-done-these-5-things/
Dec 12, 2020
Moms – Lindsay Miraglia
It’s important that our children get into the routine of brushing their teeth once in the morning and once before bed. Poor dental hygiene, according to AETNA, can be linked to a lot of health problems like diabetes and developmental problems, like speech delays. But sometimes, our children like to resist us when we tell them to go brush our teeth. So, here are 7 tips on how you can encourage them to brush.
Read More: https://www.moms.com/tips-encouraging-kids-brush-teeth/
Dec 12, 2020
The Conversation – Wesley Kufel
As an infectious disease pharmacist and professor who helps manage patients hospitalized with COVID-19, I frequently hear questions about vaccines. Here’s what we know and don’t know in response to some common questions about vaccinating kids for COVID-19.
Read More: https://theconversation.com/when-can-children-get-the-covid-19-vaccine-5-questions-parents-are-asking-150721
Dec 11, 2020
Harvard Health Publishing – Claire McCarthy, MD
The holidays feel more important than usual this year as the pandemic rages around us; we all are looking for something to enjoy. And a big part of holiday enjoyment for families is, of course, buying toys.
Read More: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/magnets-sound-and-batteries-choosing-safe-toys-2020121121614
Dec 11, 2020
NPR – Kavitha Cardoza and Claire Marie Schneider
Every child feels anxious at times — but for some, that feeling persists and interferes with friendships and schoolwork. It can cause children to be fearful, worried, irritable and angry. And there are physical symptoms: Kids can feel tired and have headaches, stomachaches and trouble sleeping. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns for children.
Read More: https://www.npr.org/2020/11/11/933797230/how-to-help-your-kids-reframe-their-anxiety-and-reclaim-their-superpowers
