Make a Sensory Bin
By: Natasha Griffin, M.Ed. Family Studies, Katie Beckett Medicaid Consultant, Penfield Children’s Center Children love to learn through play. As they explore their world, they develop skills that will [...]
5 Things Parents Should Know About Enterovirus
By Angela Tonozzi, MD, MS, Aurora Health Care What is Enterovirus EV-D68? Enteroviruses are very common respiratory illnesses that typically display symptoms of a cold. People tend to experience [...]
The Overwhelmed Parent
By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center We’ve all been there. From parenting to work to taking care of the house – life can become overwhelming! And, when you as [...]
Benefits of Kangaroo Care
By: Josie May, Penfield Children’s Center Kangaroo Care: What is it? The term “Kangaroo Care,” also known as “skin-to-skin,” was created for its similarities to how kangaroos and other [...]
Backpack Safety: How Much Is Too Much for Kids?
By Suzanne Kletch, DPT, CFS, Aurora Health Care When kids go back to school, it’s an ideal time for parents and students to remember the importance of backpack safety. [...]
What is Tongue-Tie?
By: Mel Hendrickson, BSN, RN, Director of Health Services, Penfield Children's Center Tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition present at birth when a tight tissue band under the baby’s [...]
What is Prader–Willi Syndrome?
By: Sherita Greer, Special Events and Volunteer Specialist, Penfield Children’s Center As the parents of a child diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), my spouse and I quickly became extremely [...]
Living Well with Epilepsy—How We Treat It
By: Umang M. Shah, MD, Aurora Health Care Epilepsy. If you’re not familiar with this disorder, it’s pretty common. In fact, one in 26 of us will be diagnosed [...]
Six Tips to Help Learners with Down Syndrome be their Best
By: Jamie Hepburn, Gigi’s Playhouse Children with Down syndrome are capable learners who are excited and eager to learn. They just need to be given the opportunity to excel. [...]
What You Should Know About Attention Deficit Disorder — ADHD
By: Rakesh J. Shah, MD, Aurora Health Care Every child is unique. As a parent, the job is to nurture the best parts of the child’s character and help [...]