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For Spina Bifida patients, a new program makes a tremendous difference as they age
The Spina Bifida Program at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children continues to make strides to improve the health and quality of life of Spina Bifida patients both within the Orlando Health hospital system and the Central Florida community. The Spina Bifida Clinic at Arnold Palmer Hospital is a multi-specialty collaborative team of dedicated pediatric physician specialists and healthcare providers, including nurse managers, therapists and social workers that deliver comprehensive, quality care for our special kids and families. The program cares for children of all ages- from babies diagnosed in utero through childhood and into early adulthood- and has been serving the needs of Spina Bifida patients in Orlando for over 35 years.
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6 Tips for Staying Safe (and Sane!) While Traveling with Kids
Traveling with children can make any trip memorable. But packing up the little ones and whisking them off to new places also can feel extremely daunting. The right preparation and adjustments, though, can help parents stay calm and in control during travel. Whether you’re taking a short road trip, flying across the country or hopping on board a cruise ship, just remember to have fun and be safe.
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Why a gluten-free diet may not be healthy for your kids
When I was a college student I knew a girl who suffered from celiac disease, and each time our group of friends went to eat at a restaurant, she brought a lunchbox from home filled with gluten-free food because she was unable to eat much of the food served in a restaurant. Before that I had never heard of gluten, and I thought it was a terrible curse for my friend to be unable to eat at a restaurant like the rest of us. Although I lost touch with her after college, I am sure my friend’s dining experiences have gotten a lot easier over time.
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Smart Lunches for Kids
Healthy eating can improve children’s energy, increase brain activity and even brighten their demeanor. Having plenty of nutritious, versatile lunch options will keep kids from being bored at lunch time and will give them the midday boost they need.
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Tips for Staying Organized
With the start of every new school year, families across the country face the same challenges. School bells ring — and so do early morning alarm clocks. Piles of paper begin growing with the steady stream of teacher handouts and homework assignments. The following are some quick and easy ideas to minimize clutter — and stress.
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Preparation for Birth E-Class
This E-class is an eight-chapter, interactive, web-based class that uses videos, personal birth stories, animations, activities, and games to teach all the essential information parents need to know to prepare for their birth. Understand pregnancy, learn about labor, discover comfort techniques and more.
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Is homeopathic medicine a good alternative for my child?
While scanning the shelves of your neighborhood pharmacy looking for a product to help your sick child, you’ve undoubtedly run across homeopathic medicines at some time or another. These alternative therapies offer to treat a child’s teething pain, tummy trouble, colic, earaches, allergies, coughs and colds (among other common problems) and often make nearly irresistible promises about your child’s health and wellbeing.
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What you need to know about car seat safety for your kids
This post was written with Amber Yampolsky, PT, ATP, CPST, Physical Therapist at Arnold Palmer Hospital
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Smart Tips for Packing Lunch
Healthy eating can boost a child’s energy, increase brain activity and even brighten their demeanor. Additionally, packing a nutritious lunch with your child can be fun for the both of you. A healthy lunch will give your child the midday boost they need, and will encourage healthy eating throughout the day.
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Smart Breakfast Ideas for Kids
Studies show that eating a healthy breakfast helps improve concentration and memory, while reducing the likelihood of problem-solving errors.
