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May 24, 2017
Studies show that use of screens can negatively impact a child’s physical activity Here are some tips to make screen time a healthier experience for your child’s body and mind Take a Body Break Use a timer to remind children to take body breaks. Every 10 minutes, kids should pause their games or videos and take…
Read moreMay 17, 2017
By allowing for conversation, connection and face-to-face interaction, family meals can deepen and strengthen relationships between parents and children. There is a lot of research that eating meals as a family is linked with higher academic success, improved emotional well-being and lower rates of depression and substance use. Meals play an important role in many…
Read moreMay 10, 2017
It’s spring! The SUN is out and your sunscreen should be too!! Here are some important tips, created with expert advice from pediatric dermatologist Lauren Geller, MD on why your children need protection from the sun and how you can get them to cooperate. WHY IT’S IMPORTANT: Prevention is key. According to the Skin Cancer…
Read moreMay 3, 2017
Many young children have fears. Dealing with them requires sensitivity and empathy. Here are our tips for addressing fears in young children Take them seriously. Don’t laugh, tease or joke about fears. Logic doesn’t help. Trying to convince your child out of it can prolong the fear and destroy trust. Stay calm. Avoid any of your…
Read moreApril 26, 2017
Talking to children about body image can be very tricky. Here are some tips to encourage a positive body image Use Different Vocabulary Research shows that talking about bodies as being different and unique can help children to embrace different body types. Instead of labeling someone as “fat” or “thin,” try and refer to all…
Read moreApril 19, 2017
This week, we launched the very first Mount Sinai Parenting Center Mighty Milers group! Over 40 children ages 7 to 12 and their caregivers came out to run in Central Park alongside Mount Sinai volunteers from across multiple departments. Hosted by the Parenting Center and Drs. Michael Yaker and Keith Benkov, the launch of this…
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