Tooth Decay is a Widespread Problem for Preschoolers

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A couple of weeks ago there was an article in the New York Times about the widespread need for surgery involving general anesthesia to treat tooth decay in preschoolers. There are a growing number of children as young as 18 months old that have such severe tooth decay they … [Read more...]

New and Noteworthy: LEGO Friends – Are They Just for Girls?

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We simply love legos at our house. It all started with the duplos, the whole family getting in on building a Duplo mansion or castle. Now that our son is almost 4, we have started collecting the regular legos and OH HOW I COULD PLAY ALL DAY LONG! Note: if you're … [Read more...]

The Hottest Holiday Preschool Toys 2011

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It's the time of year when major retailers are putting out their Holiday Hot Toy Lists. There's a lot of marketing strategy involved, so by no means are these the best or most educational toys of the season, but they will likely be some of the best-selling, and possibly the … [Read more...]

Study Shows Sponge Bob Detrimental to Preschoolers

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A new study on the effects of fast-paced television shows on preschoolers demonstrates that programs such as Sponge Bob are detrimental to short-term attention and problem solving. A group of 60 4-year-olds were assigned an activity, either watching Sponge Bob, watching … [Read more...]

Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Preschoolers: Risks, Benefits, and Sources

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Have you heard about the potential benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids for kids? There have been numerous studies on the positive effects Omega-3 acids on both adults and children. Despite the benefits, most modern diets are deficient in Omega-3. Don't worry - there are many … [Read more...]

TV, Sleep, and your Preschooler

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An article at CNN.com caught my attention today, and it has to do with the television viewing habits of preschoolers and how those habits affect their quality of sleep. It doesn't take a child psychiatrist to conclude that watching violent programs can cause nightmares. … [Read more...]

The Importance of Self-Control for Preschoolers

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Though certainly not a new idea,  a recent NPR article, "For Kids, Self-Control Factors Into Future Success," underlines the importance of developing self-control at an early age.  According to the article, posessing a high level of self-control at the preschool age … [Read more...]

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