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8 Tips for Managing Routines in Uncertain Times
In a time when life feels out of control, routines can give us all a sense of stability and comfort and an opportunity for our families to thrive. If you are struggling with your current routine or want to look at putting some in place here are a few ideas.
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Autism and COVID-19: A Parent's Perspective
Families are equal voices in care and treatment for their children. Cultivating a relationship with your child’s provider is a priority – especially during times of uncertainty.
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Flood Safety
Data suggests that natural disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity causing more destruction than at any other time in recorded history. Floods and flash floods are among the most frequent and impactful disasters in the United States.
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Prenatal Genetic Testing: Is It Right for You?
Prenatal genetic testing can help find out if a fetus has a chromosome disorder. Chromosome disorders are often associated with multiple medical problems, such as intellectual disability and birth defects.
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Creating a Successful Morning Routine
With preparation and practice, you can set up your family’s morning routine to go more smoothly and help your child to become more independent.
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What Pregnant Moms Can Do to Keep Baby Healthy
Since more than half of pregnancies are unplanned, people who were assigned female at birth and are of reproductive age should take at least 400 micrograms of folic acid every day to help decrease the risk of neural tube defects.
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Back Pain in Kids: The Ache of Children and Families
Many people associate back pain with the adult and elderly population. As it turns out, back pain in children and adolescents is common, and can be a real stressor to children and parents alike. Low back pain can prevent kids and teens from important daily activities such as carrying a book bag, participating in sports, and enjoying other activities that bring them joy.
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Is It Safe to Eat Yellow (Or Any) Snow?
One of the only things better than waking up to find the outdoors covered with a beautiful blanket of new-fallen snow is getting to go out and play in the white fluffy stuff. Sometimes it looks good enough to eat! But is that safe?
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Tips and Tricks for Swallowing Pills and Liquid Medications
We know that taking medication can sometimes be a challenge. Here are a few suggestions that our Child Life Specialists have found to be helpful for both pills and liquid medication.
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Thyroid Issues in Kids
While you might think that the thyroid, a gland in the neck, has more impact on adults, it has particular importance in children as well. The thyroid’s hormone, levothyroxine, keeps the body functioning at the right speed.