LiveSmart: Just Try One Bite! Managing Mealtime Battles with Kids
Power struggles around food can be reduced when both the parent and child understand their very different roles at mealtime. [...]
Dr. Mark Osborn
LiveSmart: Take Simple Steps to Banish Head Lice
Although COVID continues to remain top-of-mind, parents may find the return of students to school also means a call about head lice. [...]
LiveSmart: Back to School Means Up-to-Date Vaccinations for Kids
Whether your child is learning in-person, remotely, or even a combination of the two, New York state law requires all students entering school grades kindergarten through 12 to be vaccinated against a variety of illnesses. [...]
LiveSmart: Play it Safe at the Playground this Summer!
By following a few basic safety rules, you can ensure a trip to the playground is a fun one - and not one that ends with a visit to the ER. [...]
LiveSmart: Ensure Your Kids’ Vaccinations Are Up-to-Date for Good Health
There is no question school is going to look vastly different this fall than when kids headed home in March during the height of the COVID pandemic. What hasn't changed is the importance of them being up-to-date with their immunizations. [...]
LiveSmart: Sheltered at Home? Be Aware of Common, Hidden Toxins
Families have been sheltering-in-place all across the country in response to the COVID pandemic, doing their best to reduce their exposure and maintain social distancing. With more time spent at home, be mindful of those hazards of which you might not be aware. [...]
LiveSmart: Summer Fun in the Water – Be Alert, Be Safe
Parents looking to take their children swimming this summer need to be mindful of COVID concerns, but they should also remember the largest water hazard -- drowning. [...]
LiveSmart: Food Fight! How to Manage Mealtime Battles with Kids
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
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!
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. [...]
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