Sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. The average adult needs seven to eight hours of sleep a night, but babies need a lot of sleep. When they are between four and 11 months old, they need 12 […]
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Newsletter January – February 2018: Your Baby’s First 6 Months
In the first six months of life, there are impressionable and important milestones likely to be achieved. However, keep in mind that each child is unique, and can develop at his or her own pace. Developmental milestones begin when after […]
Newsletter January – February 2018: How to Tell if your Child is too Sick for Preschool
It’s every parent’s nightmare: waking up to a child crying, “Mommy, my head hurts.” Now you have to go through the gauntlet of factors to determine if it is okay to send your child to school or daycare. Can your […]
Newsletter November – December 2017: Serving Sizes for Toddlers
Children grow and develop rapidly during the first year. But when your child becomes a toddler, growth slows. Thus, the amount of food they need to thrive changes as well. Here is a general guide for feeding your toddler, ensuring […]
Newsletter September – October 2017: Give Your Child’s Brain A Nutritional Boost
Top 10 Brain Foods for Children The first five years of life are critical to a child’s development. These years shape a child’s success in school and in life. With so many things to consider in raising a healthy child, […]
Newsletter September – October 2017: Director’s Corner
By age 2, children acquire eating, activity, and sleep patterns similar to their family’s. It is important that you create a healthy routine early on and be a positive role model for your child. Having a routine and regular schedule […]
Newsletter November – December 2016: Healthy Holiday Recipes
Healthy Holiday Recipes Cinnamon Sugar Apple ChipsIngredients: 2 apples, cored, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon canola oil cooking spray Directions: Heat oven to 200°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper; spray paper with cooking spray. […]
Newsletter November – December 2016: Healthy During the Holidays
Healthy During the Holidays In the midst of holiday celebrations, schedules can become hectic and routines hard to follow. Interrupted routines can affect mood and attitude, as well as sleep patterns, especially for infants and toddlers. Having older siblings on […]
Newsletter September – October 2016: Healthy Recipes
Healthy Recipes Chocolate-dipped Clementines Ingredients: 4oz bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped 6 clementines, peeled and separated into segments Coarse Sea Salt Directions: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl on high power in […]