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Tag Archives: children
It “Mite” Cause Problems
It appears that members of the University of Minnesota Ballroom Dance Club have been dancing with scabies, and therefore ballroom classes were canceled at Bierman Field Athletic Building this week after one member received the disturbing diagnosis. Jessica Lussenhop’s post tells … Continue reading
Concentrate- It's not just for orange juice anymore
Let’s focus. I know, multi-tasking is appealing because the duties of life grow heavy. But I have come to a place and time where l simply feel like I need to simply be. While I’m being, I call that “focus.” … Continue reading
Posted in Mental and emotional health
Tagged ADHD, adults, anger, child development, children, concentration, meditation, Montessori, multi-tasking, reading
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Mrs. Goodbee partners with Goodwill
Mrs. Goodbee Carton of Caring Donation Program No, your wardrobe donation doesn’t have to exceed the $100k mark to make a difference in people’s lives this winter. In fact, it is so easy to help others by shopping for yourself … Continue reading
Posted in Get-to-give
Tagged charity, children, Christmas, donation, Hannukah, recycle, reduce, reuse, self-esteem, self-help, shopping
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The Dirty Diaper Dilemma
The great societal debate about cloth versus disposable diapers isn’t as simple as it might seem. Concerned parents should consider the process of production as well as the disposal of the diaper, and keep in mind that the most environmentally … Continue reading
Posted in Climate / Human habitat
Tagged ABC, babies, children, cloth diapers, diapers, disposable diapers, environment, health, potty training
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No Child Left Inside
As Americans’ obesity continues to rise, our concerns are for the adults suffering from heart disease, diabetes, and other weight-related illnesses. In the mean time, children’s obesity is increasing drastically as their parents’ largely sedentary lifestyles become their own. In 1976, 5% … Continue reading
'Tis the season to wash your hands
The point is, healthy habits keep you well. That according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. I’m sure you’ve heard of them. (smile) My four year old goes to an accredited preschool where each child washes his/her hands … Continue reading
Self-esteem meets group work
Introduction Nancy Silberman Zwiebach has a private psychotherapy practice where she meets with adolescents and adults doing individual, couples’, family, and group therapy. Her practice also includes Parenting and Life Coaching. Originally a nurse working with emotionally disturbed children, she … Continue reading
Posted in Mental and emotional health, Ways of knowing, Work/life balance
Tagged children, group work, Jack Canfield, self-esteem
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Allopathic Medicine is Great – When You Have to Call 911
I had a run to the ER this week for forehead stitches for my little boy. I don’t know why I keep the edges of my doors so sharp but… speed was also a factor in the incident…(both the boy … Continue reading
Healthy Child ~ Healthy World
I was so happy when I read this fundraising press release to assist the good efforts of Healthy Child Healthy World last Saturday, October 13. Which also happens to be my birthday! Yay for me. In short, a joint project … Continue reading