You've probably heard from doctors and educators that babies under 2 should not have screen time and that children 2-5 should have their time limited, but did you heed their advice? There has been a long time suspected correlation between screen time and developmental delays, but now, there are actual brain scans that show that the increased media use of today is changing our babies' brains, and not in a good way. For more in depth information, check out THIS ARTICLE. The following excerpt is taken from:
Wreck the Halls: Keeping Toddler Holiday Tantrums at Bay BY KIM ANTISDEL As seen in KC Parent "The holidays are here, and the children are anything but nestled all snug in their beds. Instead, they’re chowing down on fudge, watching commercials for toys they don’t need and generally being overstimulated from every angle. It’s the perfect cocktail for a tantrum of epic proportions." Thankfully, Ms. Antisdel followed up with some suggestions to help prepare for the mayhem and maybe even calm the tantrums before they begin. Keep the structure Communicate Be ready Food fights Stranger Danger For details about each of the strategies, and to read the full article, check out: http://kcparent.com/parenting/wreck-the-halls-keeping-toddler-holiday-tantrums-at-bay/ It's that time of year when excitement is in the air as many families prepare for holiday celebrations, family gatherings, and lots of togetherness. It's also the time of year when viral illnesses, colds, coughs, and flu are in the air. Here are some tips to help you keep your family healthy so you don't miss any of the fun!
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