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Tips for buying safe toys for your kids this holiday season
This post was originally published in December 2013.
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The Thank You Project: A mother finds the people who saved her son's life
Ten years after a tragic car accident, Kellie wanted to find and say "thank you" to the team of heroes who helped save her son's life. Her hope in sharing her story is that others will be inspired to thank those who have impacted their lives in some way.
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Like mother, like child: How mom’s activity level influences the little ones
One of the many memories I have as a child is going to the gym with my mom, and while she worked out, I got to hang out in childcare. And boy, I did not like it! Knowing this, my mom would often let me sit on the couch in the entryway where she could keep an eye on me while I colored or read books. The gym my mom was a member of was extremely family-oriented and my parents had become friends with the owner – hence, the only way I was able to weasel my way out of childcare, opting for the cozy leather couch instead. Even though I hated being there at the time and was so bored, I realize looking back that by doing this, my mom was setting a positive example for me and what living a healthy lifestyle looks like. Fast-forward to today, and one of my biggest passions in life is health and fitness – and I credit those many (dreaded) trips to the gym to instilling this passion in me at such a young age.
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So, did I do it?
Some of you may have read a post I wrote during the summer of last year, entitled “.” In case you didn’t read it, I wrote of my experiences regarding my New Year’s resolution for 2013, which was to stop eating fries for a whole year. I decided to give up French fries for my health, to set a good example for my son, and well, just to see if I could (I really wasn’t sure if I could pull it off)! See, I have always been a fry-lover. There are pictures of me as a toddler eating fries from vintage Happy Meals. It was my side item of choice for nearly every restaurant meal I’ve ever had. This love I have for fried potatoes continues, and still does. However, on New Year’s Eve 2012, I decided that it was time to give myself a break from the grease and oil, and search out healthier options.
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Too fresh for our own good (health)?
There’s nothing better than a cool glass of fresh milk after a long day. But how fresh is too fresh?
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What you should know when starting your baby on solid foods
One of my favorite milestones in a baby’s first year is introducing them to their first foods. I love the anticipation of trying new things and watching to see how they’ll react. Their excitement as they experience new flavors and textures for the first time (not to mention the hysterical facial expressions!) is entertainment at its best. And watching my oldest laugh uncontrollably at the baby’s messiness as he eats is better than watching TV.
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When should a child return to school after a concussion?
Written by Steven Schulenborg, Resident of the Sports Medicine Program at Arnold Palmer Hospital
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In the midst of flu season: Everything you need to know about the flu vaccine
Have you and your children had your seasonal flu vaccines yet?
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Get to know Dr. Karen Bender, pediatric anesthesiologist at Arnold Palmer Hospital
Knowing that your child needs surgery can be difficult for any parent. One of the most frightening aspects for parents is knowing that your child will be under anesthesia. How will my child respond to the anesthesia? Will he or she recover well? Will you keep my child safe? These are just a few of the many questions that parents have as they prepare their child for surgery.
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Webinar with Dr. Mehta and Nneka Ricketts-Cameron from the Center for Digestive Health & Nutrition
Do you have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?
