The Cough Conundrum – Stay Home or Safe to Go Out?

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If you have been to your child’s school or daycare during the cough and cold or allergy season, you have undoubtedly heard a contagious chorus of coughs and sniffles.  On average, a young child will have 6-10 colds per year and the virus swap is at its peak during the winter season.  When your child [...]

What You Need to Know About Special Child Health Issues

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Parents who wonder what is cerebral palsy usually have sound reasons for asking the question. Children who show disabilities, developmental delays, or trouble coping with their environments could suffer from physical problems such as poor vision or hearing, cerebral palsy, speech disorders, mental retardation, or pervasive developmental disorders, which include autism. Genetic disorders often get [...]

Are Your Kids at Risk of Common Summer Injuries?

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By Aviva Patz for Healthy Kids from Teeth to Feet For kids, summer fun means outdoor sports: hiking, biking, skateboarding, playing Frisbee, swimming, boating and generally going wild outside. It can also mean injuries. “We undoubtedly see an increase in ER visits by children and their families in the summer,” says Vincent Eletto, M.D., an [...]

An Honest Chat With Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan

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Check out our Honest Chat with Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan on their fabulous green company for moms, dads and kids!

Happy Healthy Holidays

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Basically, healthy holidays is an oxymoron. Who wants to eat salad when you’re surrounded by hot cocoa, santa cookies, candy canes and awesome feasts? Pretty much no one however, there are ways around the 2 extremes, gorging or depriving.  Here are some tips to reach a happy medium over the next few weeks of holiday [...]

10 Ways to Entertain Kids Over the Holidays

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Written by Holly Kearny It’s that time again.  The holidays are upon us, and one of the most pressing issues is what to do with the kids while school is out.  To help, we have gathered ten things you can do to keep them entertained and refreshed for the next semester. Vacation – Not just [...]

Shopping Smart This Holiday Season

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Marathon shopping can really put strain on you as well as your wallet. In order to maintain sanity, health as well as money in your bank account for the rest of the year, it’s important to shop smart.  Check out a few of these tips before you flash your credit cards and get yourself into [...]

Make This School Year The Healthiest Yet

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Ah, yes, it’s that time of year again.  Hectic, early mornings and packed schedules all week long. So how do you not only find time to pack your kids lunch but make sure it’s healthy too? Check out a few simple tips & tricks that will save you time while making you look like a [...]

Chiropractic for Children

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Written by Dr. Jake Simpson, DC for Washington Park Chiropractic Parents and fellow healthcare professionals are starting to see the same benefit chiropractic has on adults is also seen in children.  In fact children often respond quicker!  Parents are seeking chiropractic for their children for conditions ranging from Colic, to common musculoskeletal pain and injuries.  [...]

Breastfeeding and Diet

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Written by Dr. Lisa K. Goodman We have all heard the saying “You Are What You Eat.”  Well, if you are breastfeeding there is another spin on it.  “Your Baby is What YOU Eat too!”  If you are a nursing mom you know all to well that it takes some getting used to.  Once you [...]