Oct 15, 2015 | Health, Useful Topics
· Not recommended for children under 2 years of age. 1-2 hours for those over 2. · Set limits on the amount of TV your child watches as well as how long they are in front of a computer and/or playing video games. Be firm. Limit children’s screen time to...
Oct 15, 2015 | Health, Useful Topics
Just as kids learn not to touch a hot stove a second time, memory of the pain of previous injections can make kids want to avoid the needle like the plague. To prepare children for getting a shot, parents should set an example by remaining calm. Kids pick up on the...
Oct 15, 2015 | Activities, Useful Topics
It is summertime, school is out, and at this point in the summer many families are wondering how to fill the next couple of months of their children’s free time (who may be bored or spending too much time in front the television or computer). Images of summertime are...
Oct 15, 2015 | Activities, Useful Topics
Yoga, which refers to the union of mind, body, and spirit, is becoming more accepted as a form of exercise for children. As more and more parents become involved with yoga, many are becoming interested in having their children begin this activity for relaxation as...
Oct 15, 2015 | Summer, Useful Topics
Good News! The American Academy of Pediatrics states that the more natural alternatives to DEET (specifically 2% Soybean oil and Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus) are safe alternatives in infants as young as 2 months. The determination was not based on safety testing, instead...
Oct 15, 2015 | Summer, Useful Topics
With such a plethora of wonderful trails in the Durango area we thought we would provide you with some kid friendly options. POTATO (SPUD) LAKE TRAIL is an easy day hike or overnight camp is great for children, offering fishing and picnic spots and plenty of places to...
