Dr. Gwenn's practical health information for today's digital famililes
Happy New Year! Have you and your kids come up with your New Year's Resolutions yet? The best way to create resolutions with kids is to keep it simple and focused on their experiences. Health, media, friends, family, school, activities are all areas that kids know well and can embrace without too much of a stretch - so start there! For the main areas of child health, the American Academy … [Read more...]
My wish for everyone during holiday break is for all of you to have as much unplugged time with your family and friends as you dream of, and deserve. So, go hide the iPads, computers, game systems, Blackberries and iPhones and induldge in the slice of the life that you've been yearning for - the one that truly allows us to refuel and recharge. From my family to yours, I hope you have a … [Read more...]
A former physical education teacher in my home town, John Passarini, once told me: "No child is disabled. They are all just differently abled." That was his philosophy during his many years teaching generations of kids in our town and now teaching teachers how to coach and teach. … [Read more...]
It may feel like Summer but before you know it a chill will be in the air and we'll be trekking our families all over the place for holiday travel. It's never too early to get those thoughts in our minds so before you get lost in the details of your family meal, let me share with you my tips for travel sanity with kids in tow. Whether you are travelling near or far, by plane, boat, car or train, … [Read more...]
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