Reading to your child is so important. A lack of literary exposure in the early years of life can lead children to be less phonologically aware. Phonological awareness is the ability to hear certain sounds and manipulate them. Children manipulate sounds by blending words, segmenting words, rhyming, and counting syllables. Studies have shown a child’s… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success
Category: Children’s Health
Pediatric Health Talk: Home Safety and Preparedness
Be aware of household dangers It’s no secret that children are curious by nature. There are many landmines in our homes that present dangers to children. Stairs, electrical outlets, stoves to name a few, but poisoning from household items is a major risk. Prevention Services Director, Amanda Oakes, of Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services says, “We now… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk: Home Safety and Preparedness
Pediatric Health Talk: Creating a Healthy Lifestyle
Maintaining a Healthy Weight Obesity is a serious health concern for the youth in the United States. According to the CDC, the prevalence of obesity in children from ages 2-19 is 18.5 percent and affects around 13.7 million. Breaking the stat down further—obesity affects 13.9 percent of years 2 to 5, 18.4 percent of years… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk: Creating a Healthy Lifestyle
Pediatric Health Talk: Mental and Emotional Heath Care
The Effects of Stress on Children Dave Gluhareff of Train with Dave Fitness Training says, “Some of the biggest problems plaguing children today are inactivity, poor nutrition, lack of rest, and stress.” Monitoring mental health is just as important as keeping tabs on a child’s physical health. Stress is an important factor with mental health… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk: Mental and Emotional Heath Care
Pediatric Health Talk: General Health Care
Choosing a Pediatrician During the early years of a child’s life there will be many doctor visits. Check-ups or “well visits” are needed to ensure the child is healthy. Just in a baby’s first year, at least 7 check-ups are recommended. Finding the right pediatrician is one of the most important decisions parents will have… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk: General Health Care
9 Months Equals 39 Weeks
Many people think of pregnancy as lasting for nine months. Basic math would indicate that nine months times 4 weeks in a month is 36 weeks. But, in reality, nine months is really 39 weeks. Research shows that when it comes to having a baby, those three weeks can make a huge difference in the… Continue reading 9 Months Equals 39 Weeks
Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s See your doctor regularly. Continue taking folic acid throughout your pregnancy. Eat a variety of healthy foods. When cooking, keep raw meats, poultry, and seafood from touching other foods or surfaces and cook raw meat thoroughly. Clean, handle, cook, and chill food properly to prevent foodborne illness. Wash produce before eating it. Wash cooking… Continue reading Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts
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All Eyes On You – Children Learn Healthy Habits at Home
Shaping Your Children’s Healthy Behaviors Children are introduced to influential factors every day— friends, teachers, games, and television to name a few. Parents need to be aware that their behavior plays an important role in molding their children’s behavior as well. When influenced in a positive manner, children can learn to develop healthy habits, such as… Continue reading All Eyes On You – Children Learn Healthy Habits at Home
Safeguard Your Child with Vaccinations & Immunizations
There’s a lot of debate about the risks and benefits of vaccination, but despite the noise, one thing remains clear: vaccines help prevent infectious diseases and save lives. Among others, they’re recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics and many are required by schools and the… Continue reading Safeguard Your Child with Vaccinations & Immunizations