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Excess screen time may adversely affect pediatric brain development Preschoolers with elevated ScreenQ scores had reduced structural integrity of white matter in brain areas involved with literacy and language, compared with more well-developed white matter among those with lower ScreenQ scores, according to a study in JAMA Pediatrics. Researchers also found a stron...

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Report shows growing number of uninsured children in the US The number of US children without insurance rose from 3.6 million in 2016 to 4.1 million in 2018, amid delayed Children's Health Insurance Plan funding, efforts to unravel the Affordable Care Act and changes to Medicaid, according to a report from the Georgetown University Center for Children and Fa...

Facts about caring for special needs children.

Facts About Developmental Disabilities | CDC Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. Learn more.

This is information that should be shared with childcare providers. I am the owner of a small home based center, but I am also a Registered nurse. I will continue to post medical information that may be useful to childcare providers. It is important that we understand the barrier faced by the communities we serve. These death rates are staggering.

Report highlights slow progress on pregnancy and infant mortality Mortality among infants and pregnant women has decreased significantly since 2000, but 2.8 million pregnant women and newborns still die each year, mostly from preventable causes, according to a report from UNICEF and the World Health Organization. United Nations Population Fund official Anneka Knut...

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tips on fighting childhood obesity

Why Is Nutrition Education Important for School Age Children? | Livestrong.com The only nutrition education some kids get is what is taught at school. Young children can learn the difference between nutritious foods and unhealthy foods through both education and educational activities.

helpful hints

How to Help an Infant Adjust to Daycare | Livestrong.com The Babycenter website states that approximately 30 percent of children younger than five years old attend daycare. It can be a reliable, affordable option for parents returning to work after having a baby. Unfortunately, the transition can be difficult for some babies.

Here is another great summer snack that is sure to please. This recipe has been a huge hit, and it is so easy to make. Stay tune every week for a new easy to make healthy snack. I am providing the source for anyone who wants to see additional information on eating healthy. http://wecan.nhlbi.nih.gov

Wilson Childcare Center continues to partner with Hamilton County Public Health Department to reduce and prevent chronic illness in our communities. In an effort to support the Hamilton county We Thrive imitative, our center will post health easy to make summer snacks that are sure to please. Please take a look at this weeks snack, and stay tuned for more healthy treats.

Here is another healthy recipe for childcare centers and families to use. 2 cups of whole wheat pasta bowtie, one table spoon of extra virgin olive oil, one table spoon of minced garlic, one 16 oz bag of frozen peas and carrots mixed, 2 cups of low sodium chicken broth, one table spoon of dried parsley, one tablespoon of fresh lemon zest grated from a thin layer of lemon peel, 1/4 of teaspoon of pepper, 2 tablespoon of corn starch. Cooking instructions: 4 quart pot bring 3 quarts of water to a boil and add pasta, cook pasta according to pasta packing directions, drain after cooking, meanwhile heat olive oil and garlic in a sautee pan, cook until soft, add peas and carrots to pan and cook veggies throurly, in a bowel combine cornstarch and chicken broth, stir mixture well, add mixture to pan bring to a boil and then let simmer for one min., add parsley, pasta, lemon zest and pepper, toss gently, cook until pasta is hot. This dish was a big hit with my kids. I topped it with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

Here is another healthy snack that is inexpensive. It takes just minutes to make. I used cream cheese over a rice cake, topped with raspberries, bananas, and slice apples. See the flyer for the source, and more healthy treats. Enjoy!!!!!