Dr. Mark Osborn Archives - St. Peter's Health Partners News

LiveSmart: Food Fight! How to Manage Mealtime Battles with Kids

February 27, 2020

To reduce food fights, parents need to recognize they and their children have different responsibilities. Establishing clear-cut roles can help eliminate power struggles around food and mealtimes. [...]

LiveSmart: Kids and Cholesterol – Start Early to Keep it in Check

February 12, 2020

Most parents have probably had their cholesterol checked at some point; but what about their children? [...]

LiveSmart: Don’t Let Winter Fun Go Down Hill … Think Safety!

January 9, 2020

The National Safety Council estimates there are 33,000 emergency room visits each year for sledding injuries, most involving children ages five to nine. Dr. Mark Osborn reviews some basic rules to ensure a safe, fun time. [...]

LiveSmart: Creating Joy While Surviving the Holiday Break

December 26, 2019

School's out for the holidays and most kids are overjoyed for the change in routine. But, cries of boredom are inevitable - here are a few tips to keep those kids occupied and happy. [...]

LiveSmart: Trick or Treat! Safety First for a Happy, Healthy Halloween

October 30, 2019

Think safety first to ensure a safe, fun Halloween! [...]

LiveSmart: Unplug the Kids Now for Better Sleep this School Year

August 14, 2019

Summer's late nights and mornings sleeping in are coming to an end. Make sure your kids are getting the sleep they need before its time to head back to school! [...]

LiveSmart: School’s Coming – Ensure Your Kids’ Vaccinations are Up-to-Date!

August 7, 2019

September is right around the corner - be sure to add "vaccinations" to your back-to-school to-do list. [...]

LiveSmart: Avoid the “Summer Slide” – Make Time for Reading this Summer

July 17, 2019

Help your kids avoid the dangers of the "summer slide" - make reading a hot priority this summer! [...]

LiveSmart: Unattended Kids and Water – A Dangerous, Deadly Mix

June 27, 2019

Drowning happens quickly and quietly. So, parents: When your kids are on, in or near the water, you need to be on alert. [...]

LiveSmart: HPV Vaccine – Is the Message Making it to Families?

January 31, 2019

The facts are clear – the HPV vaccine is cancer prevention and it can’t wait. Having a conversation with your child's pediatrician is critical. [...]