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Packing Healthy Foods for Kids (and how to get your child to eat them)

Getting little ones to eat a healthy lunch can be a challenge, but we all know nutritious meals are incredibly important for growing children. Here are some tips and ideas from the experts...


Importance of Physical Activity for Kids

Developing healthy habits early in life sets up children for success! Ensuring your child is getting enough physical activity can be a challenge. Here are some tips and recommendations to help your little one stay active and healthy.


Keeping Cups Clean

As you may have seen in the news lately, many children’s cups are being found to have significant amounts of bacteria and mold growing inside that can make children sick. Bacteria and mold like to grow in warm, damp areas- making the spaces inside your child’s cup ideal. Here are some tips on choosing a cup for your child and keeping it clean.


Improving Sleep Habits for Infants

Infants should sleep only on their backs, even for short naps (until age 1). They should sleep on a flat, firm surface with no loose objects


Screen time for Preschoolers

The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages parents to foster healthy media habits for children at a young age. Here’s what they recommend: Limit your child’s screen time based on their age


Sun Protection for Kids

We all know that protecting children’s skin is important and here a few simple ways to make sure your little one is sun safe: Sunscreen should be applied every day! Not just when it’s sunny outside!


Stimulating Activities for Babies

Reading aloud to kids (including babies!) is a great way to build early language skills as it helps to create and reinforce connections in their developing brains. Here are some tips and recommendations


Improving Sleep Habits For Preschoolers

Keeping little ones safe while traveling distances long and short is a priority (and the law!). Here are the current California car seat laws.


Reading with Kids

There are so many options when it comes to selecting toys- it can be overwhelming! Here are some toy selection tips for babies based on pediatrician recommendations.


The Flue

Fall is here and you know what that means…flu season! Unfortunately, the flu is responsible for thousands of deaths in the US each year and the illness tends to be more pronounced in preschool and school-aged children. Fortunately, this year the flu vaccination is available in both shot and nasal spray formulations to help protect your entire family.