This blog is our first entry about screen time for kids, a pressing issue for Philadelphia and Main Line parents in the age of digital interactive media. Confession # 1: I love my TV. At the end of a long day, I love flipping through channels, watching a game, or catching up on a show. It relaxes me. When I was a kid, I loved to watch a show or two after school and lounge in front of cartoons … [Read more...] about I Love My Phone & Computer: A Discussion About the Benefits, Pitfalls and Challenges of Screen Time
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Stay Healthy for the Holidays
Enjoy the Gift of Health this Season The holidays stir up many memories in our minds. Sitting by the fire, playing in the snow, laughter, hugs and greetings from friends and family both near and far. Unfortunately, the holidays occur in the midst of cold and flu season - and the good will of the season does not make us immune from germs! Close-quarter gatherings, packed schedules and less sleep … [Read more...] about Stay Healthy for the Holidays
Travel Safety
Spring is right around the corner! This is a popular time for many of us to shake off the winter blues, pack up our bags, and head off to warmer places. We want to help these opportunities for new family memories to be as healthy as possible for your children. Depending on travel location, you and your children may be at risk for certain infections including traveler's diarrhea, typhoid fever, … [Read more...] about Travel Safety