Raising kids is one of the most challenging and fulfilling jobs in the world yet, as any parent knows, it doesn’t come with a playbook. While sports teams use Xs and Os for offensive and defensive strategies to win a game, the Nurturing Families Program at Akron Children’s sees Xs and Os as part of […]
Kids and diabetes: How to deal with ‘visions of sugarplums’
“’Twas the night before Christmas.” You’re probably familiar with this famous opening phrase of Clement C. Moore’s poem. Several lines later, the poet writes that the children were nestled in bed, “while visions of sugarplums danced in their heads.” Things haven’t changed much since this poem was written in 1882: Most children still look forward […]
Are grandparents as caregivers putting your baby at risk?
Grandparents as caregivers are a blessing. Whether they watch your kids regularly or occasionally, the personalized care kids receive from people who love them is a benefit that can’t be quantified. The problem many new parents run into is that grandparents tend to use the same practices they did raising their own children — many […]
Preventing obesity requires a family effort
A recent study suggests fathers can play an important role in preventing their children from becoming obese. Researchers found that when fathers increased their involvement in child care and playtime with their children ages 2 to 4, the kids had a lower risk of obesity. The association is significant because obese children are prone to […]
How to talk to your kids about stranger danger
When you’re out and about with your child, it’s not unusual for someone to notice your adorable child and want to engage her. The stranger may ask her questions, such as what her name is or how old she is. You want to teach her to be polite, but you also want to teach […]
These steps can help discourage materialism
Kids tend to have expensive tastes. From personal tech to fashion labels, you can spend a bundle satisfying your child’s wants. You can preach about the value of a dollar, but curbing materialistic tendencies often requires a more strategic approach. Douglas Straight, a licensed professional clinical counselor in the Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Psychology […]
