Every year, starting in the fall we hear the reports and recommendations that we, as a general public, should get our flu shots. But why? What makes us worry so much about this viral infection?
This viral infection has the rightful reputation of being a very serious disease. Between 1976 through 2006, some years have seen as few as 3,000 deaths and in some years as many as 49,000 deaths. Children under five years of age and the elderly are the most susceptible.
People who have the flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms:
Fever* or feeling feverish/chills
Cough
Sore
Children and Flu: Prevention and Treatment
by Tom Seman MD FAAP March 10th, 2014 | Pediatrician on Call
Teaching Toddlers About Colors
by Tania Cowling March 10th, 2014 | Development, Infants/Toddlers, Little Ones
We are so used to colors in our world that it takes the excitement of a toddler’s observations to literally “see” these concepts. As parents, it is up to us to present exploration activities and make use of a young child’s limitless curiosity to help them discriminate and identify colors. Plan creative activities into your daily routine. There are so many projects that are simple and use supplies we usually have at home. Surround your toddlers with a world that is excitingly full of colors.
We are a child’s first teacher, so learning takes place everyday at home and with
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Supporting Your Siblings: A Teen’s Perspective
by Sam P. March 7th, 2014 | Teen Perspective, Teens
As much as we hate them, we love them to death. At times we take them for granted though. I think we forget how much it means to them when we support them. I mean I hate it when I have an important event and my brother decides to hang out with friends instead of going to it and supporting me. If I feel this way, I would imagine many siblings understand this feeling as well.
If you have a brother and or sister, always remember that you are important to them. And if they have an event, a major
If you have a brother and or sister, always remember that you are important to them. And if they have an event, a major
Battling the Fake Cry
by T Akery March 4th, 2014 | Behavior, Little Ones, Preschool
3 Things to Know About Childbirth
by Jane Wangersky March 3rd, 2014 | Planning, Pregnancy
Everyone Deserves Respect
by Margot F. February 25th, 2014 | Little Ones, Preschool, School
Parents, Too Difficult to Deal With?
by Sam P. February 21st, 2014 | Behavior, Teen Perspective, Teens
Seatbelts: From the Teen’s View (Part Deux)
by Jacob P. February 14th, 2014 | Safety, Teen Perspective, Teens
How to Be More Involved
by Sam P. February 7th, 2014 | Teen Perspective, Teens
I’m Redshirting My Child
by Margot F. March 5th, 2014 | Big Kids, Elementary, School
Too Young to be Home Alone?
by Lori Sciame February 27th, 2014 | Big Kids, Safety, Tweens
3 Tips for Sports Safety
by Ronald A. Rowe February 26th, 2014 | Big Kids, Elementary, Safety
College Admissions Corners
College Admissions Experts
by Bobby Touran & James Maynard March 3rd, 2014
Applying to college is a long and difficult process. On top of teachers, counselors parents and students who are all involved, there’s people like tutors for both classes and test prep, friends, other family members, college admissions consult
