How can you protect your family from COVID-19?

The Article from Healthy Kids Happy Kids  Asked Dr. Elisa Song MD. Below are some of the most proactive and commonsense measures to protect yourself from COVID-19, and should be practicing regardless of whatever virus...

Dr. Fernando’s  has a wonderful website doctor yum all on healthy-eating and providing strategies for your family with helpful tips.

Don’t Call Kids Picky
When it comes to children’s development, words matter. Fernando says calling kids picky only has neg...

Elderberry syrup is a great immune booster and is safe for children. This herbal medicine is made from Sambucus berry also known as Elderberries and have been used for decades to boost immune system and help fight off cold and flues. It is also helps decrease the durat...

These best practices were written by Lauren Sommer form KQED on all things to do in preparation for power outages. 

• Before a Power Shutoff

• Put ice packs or frozen containers of water in your fridge or freezer to help keep the temperature low. You can also...

Wash your hands often.

Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Wash your hands with soap and clean running water, and rub them together for at least 20 seconds. Cover your mouth and nose wi...

This the perfect time of the Year to learn where seeds can be found, how they feel, look and taste. Children can learn how seeds grow into plants and what it takes for seeds to grow!

Read “from seed to plant” or other favorite books on gardening seeds and/or plants...

Getting Back to Basics

Have you ever noticed how kids tend to have fun with things as simple as a cardboard box? It's true. 

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) report on the importance of play explains that inexpensive toys such as blocks, balls, jump ropes and buc...

It’s national Breastfeeding month! We believe breastfeeding is important in infant nutrition and development. That is why we are working on helping moms and child care providers feel supported with breastfeeding options. Currently our HEAL program is reaching out to ch...

With roughly 40% of advertising targeted to children on unhealthy foods the media has a strong influence on our children’s eating habits and choices.

Check out the links below with all the great information and resources:

Growing up Healthy, Nemours Children Health Foun...

Math can be challenging and anxiety provoking for many people. "By some estimates, up to 93% of American adults have some degree of math anxiety." (LA Johnson/NPR)  Sesame Street Workshop's of Eastern Connecticut State University created some best practices to share wi...