The Importance of Fine Motor Skill Development
From the first time your baby reaches for your finger to the day they proudly zip up their coat all by themselves, fine motor skills are quietly working behind the scenes. These tiny, coordinated movements of the hands and fingers help your child do some pretty big things—like feeding themselves, playing with toys, drawing, and […]
When Your Child Breaks a Bone
There is nothing scarier than when your child gets hurt. As your little one starts crawling, climbing, and discovering the world around them, your role is to keep your child safe but still give them freedom to try things. While bumps and bruises are common, sometimes a fall or accident can lead to a broken […]
Setting Age-Appropriate Expectations for Children
By: Cristina Moreno, Bilingual Outreach Specialist, Penfield Children’s Center I love being a parent, but I also sometimes really miss parts of my life before being a parent. It is not so much the alone time or the staying up late and getting up at a time of my choosing that I miss, but rather […]
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 […]
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 […]
Six Tips To Help Learners With Down Syndrome Be Their Best
Children with Down syndrome are capable learners who are excited and eager to learn. They just need to be given the opportunity to excel. They may learn at a slower pace, but are more than capable of learning. They are strong visual learners. This means that they understand what they see better than what they […]