tag:www.nachicago.com,2005:/categories/healthy-kidsHealthy Kids Healthy Kids | Natural Sustainable Living Chicago Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-03-03T22:32:41-06:00urn:uuid:b6da7371-cfb4-464a-b18b-d0d28db992842024-02-25T18:56:41-06:002024-03-03T22:32:41-06:00Ear Infections: Holistic Treatments for Kids2024-02-29 08:23:00 -0600Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNPThe common ear infection is caused by a buildup of mucus in the middle ear and is accompanied by pain, fever, redness, swelling and possibly discharge. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7185d4ae-f8ba-4fb7-bbf2-1bb791ef52bc2024-01-24T14:47:16-06:002024-03-01T14:30:25-06:00Helping America’s Kids Eat Better: How Three Women are Leading the Movement2024-01-31 08:23:00 -0600Megy KarydesThe foods and drinks kids consume have tremendous impact on their overall health. a healthy lifestyle from infancy to adulthood helps people maintain good health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3e8aa41e-8cb4-4ecb-bea3-4d260ec033cd2023-12-19T16:57:15-06:002024-02-07T18:24:30-06:00Kidfluencers: Using Social Media for Positive Change2023-12-29 08:23:00 -0600Megy KarydesSocial media has made it easier than ever to share ideas, and today’s generation of digital natives
are adept at using it.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:efea64d2-6f12-4cb7-afb2-8d54cc9847252023-11-16T18:58:46-06:002024-01-01T08:38:55-06:00The Skills Children Need: How to Help Kids Thrive Into Adulthood2023-11-28 05:30:00 -0600Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNPSkills learned at a young age are pivotal in shaping the development of children. As parents, educators and caregivers, we want them to develop into well-rounded, successful adults.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:fcccbea9-78b3-4106-acbe-ed7fa5e852a22023-10-15T18:39:56-05:002023-12-01T13:12:44-06:00The Magic of Parent-Child Synchrony: How Skin-to-Skin Contact Helps Development2023-10-31 08:30:00 -0500Christine Ramos, RN, CLC, CCM, IBCLC (retired)Imagine being an infant born only moments ago. The onslaught of new sensations must be overwhelming as they suddenly feel the weight of a once-buoyant body.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0747123e-2632-42df-b22a-f01ce594a57b2023-09-15T19:20:21-05:002023-11-01T13:47:15-05:00A Symphony of Skill-Building: How Music Spurs Childhood Development2023-09-29 08:30:00 -0500Sheila JulsonFor adults, music has the power to instill feelings of joy, relaxation and calmness, or to motivate us when we are exercising or performing a task, but for children, there are added benefits.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a02ed3e6-5aed-424d-a19e-ffe6916d895f2023-08-16T15:23:27-05:002023-09-29T08:59:36-05:00Helping Kids Cope: Guiding Children Through Trauma and Anxiety2023-08-31 08:30:00 -0500Carrie JacksonChildren today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d3e21360-509d-4eb0-8e37-3c813e2921052023-07-15T16:13:05-05:002023-09-01T02:25:46-05:00Stepparenting Success: Creating a Healthy Blended Family2023-07-31 08:30:00 -0500Julie PetersonBlended families are complex and often challenging. Fortunately, there are methods to knit a blended family into a strong and enduring tapestry. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4a707a83-5064-4291-9ac5-6aa2eb4db8b02023-06-15T16:25:40-05:002023-08-02T11:00:11-05:00Gut Health for Kids: Clever Strategies for Picky Eaters2023-06-30 08:30:00 -0500Sheila JulsonBy creatively offering children healthy, diverse foods, presented in ways to please even finicky palates, parents can support microbiome health while establishing a lifetime of good eating habits.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6c40006a-5cab-4344-87d5-c254295716c32023-05-15T19:24:22-05:002023-08-09T22:26:40-05:00Conscious Fatherhood: Building a Better Family2023-05-31 08:30:00 -0500Julie PetersonFathers need to understand what matters most to them and then dedicate their time, money and energy in alignment with those priorities. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ce6d2594-0494-4b42-baf4-e564a29c42662023-04-20T11:19:26-05:002023-06-05T17:49:15-05:00Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure2023-04-28 08:30:00 -0500Madiha Saeed, M.D.Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:40098202-7ad1-4773-9715-897783589b132023-03-16T19:35:48-05:002023-05-02T12:33:39-05:00Kid-Approved Autism Diets: Strategies to Optimize Nutrition and Acceptance2023-03-31 08:30:00 -0500Ana Reisdorf, MS, RDFor parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8713903c-4b48-4d51-9352-8bfa347f02142023-02-27T13:45:14-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Sweet Lullaby - Better Sleep For Children2023-02-27 13:45:13 -0600Marlaina Donato and Kirby BaldwinSleep is essential for both survival and the ability to thrive, yet as children’s schedules get busier and they spend more time in front of screens, their average sleep time often decreases. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5ccc6c2-a15f-45e2-b13c-941594ceee7a2023-01-16T15:45:56-06:002023-08-10T12:54:54-05:00Heart-Healthy Kids: Setting a Course for Cardiovascular Wellness2023-01-31 08:30:00 -0600Ana-Maria Temple, M.DHeart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5557844-f7b2-4b2a-903c-1b0d5a9fc2ad2022-12-13T17:02:56-06:002023-07-03T16:17:49-05:00Health in a Smile: A Holistic Solution to Impaired Mouth Syndrome in Children2022-12-30 08:30:00 -0600Brooke GoodeImpaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS) is a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, but parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>