The Benefits of Understanding Touchpoints – A Theory of Child Development by T. Berry Brazelton
“Touchpoints” is a theory of childhood development based on more than 60 years of ground-breaking research by Dr. T. Berry Brazelton — a pediatrician, professor, and expert on child development — and colleagues at Boston Children’s Hospital and communities around the world. This theory looks at predictable periods of regression and disorganization (called “touchpoints”) that […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With Your Kids
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration that pays tribute to the contributions of Americans who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean. The celebration, which starts in mid-September every year, honors the rich culture, history, and contributions this community has made to the […]
Early Childhood Development is Key to a Strong Foundation for Life
By Maggie Dietrich, Physical Therapist at Penfield Children’s Center Being a parent is one of the most challenging and exhausting things you’ll ever do, but it is also one of the most rewarding. The decisions you make today have a lasting impact on their lives and help shape how future generations think and act. Talk […]
Speech Language Pathology
Speech language pathology is the ability to assess, diagnose and treat children and adults with communication and swallowing disorders
Sensory Learning For Babies
Our five senses – vision, hearing, smell, touch and taste – help us learn about and move through our world. But, did you know there are two more senses that we employ every day? They are called vestibular and proprioception. The vestibular sense makes us aware of our head. It helps us determine its position, […]
Delicious and Nutritious Breakfast Smoothies
A good smoothie is a great breakfast option for the whole family. Cold, creamy, and sweet, they are hard to resist by even the pickiest eaters. Smoothies for breakfast can feel like a treat, but secretly provide plenty of nutritious fruits and vegetables, which make them a hit with parents too. They are a way […]
Is It Healthy For Children To Drink Juice
By: Lainie Harris, Penfield Children’s Center Fruit juices are a staple of many young children’s diets. Recently, however, the American Academy of Pediatrics put out new recommendations on juice consumption for infants and children. Health professionals recommend that the intake of juice should be limited to, at most, four ounces per day for toddlers 1 […]
Helping Children With Cerebral Palsy Transition Into The School Year
Jenna Gehrdes is a member of the Community Outreach team at Cerebral Palsy Guide. The organization provides free educational information, financial options and emotional support for parents and children affected by cerebral palsy. Whether this is your child’s first year or fifth, it’s important to make sure your child is getting the education and care he/she […]
Guide To Early Language Development
Gini Schulist, M.S., CCC-SLP and Vladimir Bjelic, M.S., CCC-SLP From birth, children start engaging with their surroundings through sounds and gestures. The first three years are pivotal for speech and language growth due to rapid brain development. Here’s a snapshot of what to expect: 0-6 Months Coos and gurgles Uses cries to signal needs Smiles […]
What Is Purple Crying and How Does It Relate To Shaken Baby Syndrome
By: Cristina Moreno, Bilingual Outreach Specialist, Penfield Children’s Center Before I could take my son home from the NICU, there was a whole checklist of things that had to be done. Most of them were a variety of tests he had to pass to ensure he would be safe to leave the hospital, but there […]